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A Beautiful Lie

A Beautiful Lie

Published in
2011
3.87
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Description

This novel is set in India in 1947 at the time of Partition. Although the backdrop is this key event in Indian history, the novel is even more far-reaching, touching on the importance of tolerance, love and family. The main character is Bilal, a boy determined to protect his dying father from the news of Partition.
Age
13-18
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
298 pages

Why to read

  • Insight into a significant historical event
  • Complex characters and relationships
  • Exploration of moral dilemmas
  • Promotes understanding of cultural diversity