The Last Brother
The Last Brother
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Mauritius • 1940s
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Last Brother by Nathacha Appanah is set in mid-20th century Mauritius and follows the journey of a young Mauritian boy. Through his friendship with a young Jewish refugee, the boy experiences profound loss and connection, navigating themes of family, trauma, and resilience against the backdrop of historical events.
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Emotional
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Last Brother by Nathacha Appanah is praised for its lyrical prose and emotional depth, creating a poignant narrative on friendship and loss. The novel's powerful exploration of history and memory resonates with readers, although some find its pacing uneven. Overall, Appanah's storytelling offers a moving contemplation of human bonds amidst adversity.
Who Should Read The Last Brother?
Readers who appreciate The Last Brother by Nathacha Appanah often enjoy poignant historical fiction with emotional depth and cultural insight, akin to books like The Book Thief by Markus Zusak and The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini, exploring themes of friendship, loss, and resilience amidst historical events.
1,986 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Mauritius • 1940s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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