70 pages 2 hours read

Rohinton Mistry

Such a Long Journey

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1991

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Rohinton Mistry's Such a Long Journey is highly praised for its rich character development and evocative depiction of 1970s Bombay. Critics commend its intricate narrative and historical depth. However, some readers find the pace slow and the plot occasionally meandering, which may detract from the overall engagement. Nonetheless, it remains a compelling and thought-provoking novel.

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Who Should Read Such a Long Journey?

A reader who enjoys Such a Long Journey by Rohinton Mistry likely appreciates richly detailed narratives set in historical contexts, focusing on the intricacies of family and personal struggles. Fans of Salman Rushdie’s Midnight’s Children or Arundhati Roy’s The God of Small Things will find its exploration of life in 1970s Bombay equally compelling.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Relationships: Family
Period
Asian Literature
Genre
Historical Fiction
Indian Literature
Canadian Literature