Reviewer: Lydia from The Higgins
Journal: The Higgins Bedford
Publication Date: 24 June 2023
External Review
Lydia from The Higgins Bedford reviewed The Lone Leopard on Goodreads on 24 June 2023. Her full review of The Lone Leopard is below, and you can explore more reader reviews of the book on Goodreads.
Key Comment
“The Lone Leopard was a fantastic read it was really moving and a very powerful account of what it was like growing up in Afghanistan”
Summary of the Review
The reviewer describes The Lone Leopard as a moving and powerful novel that follows four interconnected characters from different backgrounds, offering deep insight into life in Afghanistan. The book effectively portrays the impact of political conflict on ordinary people, including refugees and communities divided by politicised religion. It is praised for its accessible writing, cultural authenticity, and sensitive handling of traumatic experiences. The reviewer also highlights a stronger personal understanding of Afghan culture after reading and expresses particular appreciation for the character of Frishta.
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*Dr Sharifullah Dorani holds a PhD from Durham University on America’s Afghanistan War, a Master of Laws from University College London, and a degree in law from the University of Northampton, all in the UK. He is the author of numerous scholarly articles and two acclaimed books: The Lone Leopard, a novel set in Afghanistan, and America in Afghanistan, published by Bloomsbury Publishing. He is the founder of CEPSAF and serves as the South Asia and Middle Eastern Editor at CESRAN International. All of Dr Dorani’s work is written to the highest academic standards and is widely indexed through Google Scholar.