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Literary Fiction· Pakistan

Exit West

by Mohsin Hamid
Aggregate Editorial Score34/100
Kirkus Reviews
Published 2017231 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Mohsin Hamid's Exit West (2017) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. Saeed and Nadia fall in love in an unnamed city on the verge of civil war, then use mysterious doors that appear around the world to migrate to safety. Hamid's Booker Prize-shortlisted novel reimagines the refugee experience through magical realism. Themes of migration, love, war run through the work. The book has received recognition from Kirkus Reviews 2017.

Book Details

AuthorMohsin Hamid
Published2017
Country of Origin🇵🇰 Pakistan
LanguageEnglish
Pages231
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9781594633089
Editorial Score34/100
About the Category

📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇵🇰 Pakistan

This book is part of Pakistan's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

Kirkus Reviews
notable · global
201711
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About the Author
Mohsin Hamid
Pakistan
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Exit West about?

Saeed and Nadia fall in love in an unnamed city on the verge of civil war, then use mysterious doors that appear around the world to migrate to safety. Hamid's Booker Prize-shortlisted novel reimagines the refugee experience through magical realism.

Who wrote Exit West?

Exit West was written by Mohsin Hamid, from Pakistan. First published in 2017.

What awards has Exit West won?

Exit West has received the following awards and honours: Kirkus Reviews 2017.

Is Exit West worth reading?

Exit West is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 11/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in migration, love, war.

Where can I buy Exit West?

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What category is Exit West?

Exit West is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Exit West from?

Exit West originates from Pakistan's literary tradition. Explore more books from Pakistan on our country page.

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