The Black Album by Hanif Kureishi, Bernhard Robben
The Black Album

Hanif Kureishi, Bernhard Robben

The Black Album

Hanif Kureishi, Bernhard Robben

276 pages first pub 1995 (editions)

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The Black Album by Hanif Kureishi is a intriguing and timely read that will resonate deeply with readers who are interested in exploring the complexities of identity, faith, and cultural heritage, particularly those from British Asian backgrounds or those fascinated by the intersection of politics, spirituality, and social change.

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Shahid, a clean-cut young man from the provinces, comes to London after the death of his father. In the capital he falls in love with Deedee Osgood, a college lecturer, and finds himself passionately embroiled in a spiritual battle between liberal...

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Community Reviews

3.28
based on 287 reviews

Moods

reflective: 72%

tense: 61%

challenging: 50%

dark: 38%

funny: 33%

adventurous: 22%

emotional: 16%

informative: 16%

inspiring: 16%

sad: 16%

lighthearted: 5%

mysterious: 5%


Pace

31% of readers chose fast
57% of readers chose medium
10% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

43% of readers chose A mix
56% of readers chose Character
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

53% of readers chose Yes
46% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Loveable characters?

13% of readers chose Yes
53% of readers chose Complicated
33% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus?

68% of readers chose Yes
18% of readers chose Complicated
12% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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