50 pages 1 hour read

Ahmed Saadawi

Frankenstein in Baghdad

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Reviews & Readership

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Frankenstein in Baghdad by Ahmed Saadawi is praised for its inventive storytelling and poignant exploration of violence and trauma in war-torn Iraq. Readers appreciate its dark humor, vivid characters, and allegorical depth. However, some find its narrative pacing inconsistent and its themes too grim. Overall, it is a thought-provoking, skillfully crafted novel.

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Who Should Read Frankenstein in Baghdad?

A reader who appreciates Frankenstein in Baghdad by Ahmed Saadawi would likely enjoy dark, thought-provoking novels that blend horror with social commentary. Fans of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and Khaled Hosseini's The Kite Runner will find the blend of supernatural elements with a poignant exploration of war-torn Baghdad compelling.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

1040L

Book Details

Genre
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
Topics
History: Middle Eastern
Military / War
Themes
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies