{"title":"Aamina Ahmad","description":"\u003cp\u003eAamina Ahmad is a distinguished author known for weaving intricate narratives that explore themes of identity, family, and the socio-political landscapes that shape our lives. Her writing offers a rich tapestry of storytelling, drawing readers into the depths of her characters' dilemmas and emotions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA standout work in Aamina Ahmad's portfolio is \u003cem\u003eThe Return of Faraz Ali\u003c\/em\u003e, a gripping novel that has captivated the hearts of many. This book delves into the life of Faraz Ali, a character intricately shaped by the forces of his past and the unyielding pull of his familial ties. Set against a vividly painted backdrop of conflict and change, the story is a powerful examination of the search for truth and one’s place in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAhmad's contributions to the genre of general fiction are marked by her ability to blend personal and broader societal narratives, engaging readers with prose that is both thought-provoking and accessible. Her works are a must-read for those who appreciate literature that not only entertains but also challenges and deepens our understanding of human experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-return-of-faraz-ali-by-aamina-ahmad-9781529356038","title":"The Return of Faraz Ali","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWINNER OF THE WRITERS' GUILD OF GREAT BRITAIN BEST FIRST NOVEL AWARD\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eSHORTLISTED FOR THE GORDON BOWKER VOLCANO AND MCKITTERICK PRIZES\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A stunning debut novel'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKamila Shamsie\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'An impressive, gripping debut'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Times\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e'Rich and deeply moving . . . marvellous'\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYaa Gyasi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePakistan, 1968. As riots erupt in the streets of Lahore, Inspector Faraz Ali returns to his birthplace, the red-light district in the walled inner city. Wrested from it as a child by his powerful father to be raised by a respectable family, Faraz has hidden his roots ever since. Now his father has sent him back: to cover up the murder of a young courtesan.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eIt should be a simple task, but for once Faraz finds himself unable to obey orders - nor can he resist searching for the mother and sister he left behind. Chasing after answers that risk shattering his precariously constructed existence, Faraz is unaware that his sister also faces a return to the old city, and to the life she thought she had escaped.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A gripping read that does not let you go, even after the end'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaaza Mengiste\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Stunning . . . fully human, fully engaged with what makes us human'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46717972709612,"sku":"9781529356038","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13982103482732.jpg?v=1754492518"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/aamina-ahmad.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}