And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini

Hardship and hard choices sit at the centre of this novel, which follows a number of people whose lives are bound together across years. Decisions made early on carry consequences that reach far into the future, shaping how family members see one another and themselves. Poverty, shifting loyalties and personal mistakes all play a part, as each character views their circumstances through a different lens. At its heart is the enduring love that holds a family together despite loss and strained relationships. The book offers a close look at ordinary people trying to make sense of what they have done and what has been taken from them.