![]() ![]() Along with many others like him, he is queueing up in an unknown place. The narration begins when Maali Almeida, a reckless photojournalist, realises he is no more alive. It is set in 1989, when Sri Lankans were facing civil unrest, insurgency, and military atrocities. The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida, narrated by a ghost in the second person, is a profound story of heartbreaking events. Though both books have a common broad theme, the tone, narration, and treatment vary a lot. This coming-of-age story was narrated through the eyes of a 7-year-old child. ![]() I read Funny Boy by Shyam Selvadurai about two years ago. ![]() This is the second book I have read that revolves around the civil unrest in Sri Lanka. I was able to read it just this month… after almost 2 months!! Though I got the ARC in January, unfortunately, the universe conspired against me and kept me away from this gem of a book. I have been wanting to read The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida by Shehan Karunatilaka for a long time. ![]()
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