48 pages 1 hour read

Laila Lalami

The Moor's Account

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Reviews & Readership

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Laila Lalami's The Moor's Account has garnered praise for its compelling storytelling and rich historical detail. The protagonist's voice and perspective are refreshing, offering a unique take on the colonial era. Criticisms include occasional slow pacing and overly descriptive passages, but overall, it is lauded as an engrossing and thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read The Moor's Account?

A reader who enjoys The Moor’s Account by Laila Lalami is captivated by historical fiction with rich, diverse perspectives. Ideal for fans of The Book of Negroes by Lawrence Hill and The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd, they appreciate nuanced narratives about survival, identity, and cultural intersections.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction