Seven Daughters and Seven Sons
Seven Daughters and Seven Sons
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1994
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Baghdad • Medieval Era
1994
YA
12-18 years
800L
Super Short Summary
Seven Daughters and Seven Sons by Barbara Cohen and Bahija Lovejoy is a historical novel about a young woman in Baghdad who disguises herself as a man to seek fortune and bring prosperity to her impoverished family. Her journey explores themes of gender roles, resourcefulness, and resilience within a richly detailed cultural setting.
Adventurous
Inspirational
Romantic
Mysterious
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Seven Daughters and Seven Sons by Barbara Cohen and Bahija Lovejoy is praised for its engaging storytelling and rich depiction of Middle Eastern culture. Readers appreciate the strong, resourceful female protagonist and the novel’s well-crafted plot twists. Some critics note pacing issues and desire deeper character development. Overall, it's a compelling and educational read.
Who Should Read Seven Daughters and Seven Sons?
Readers who enjoy Seven Daughters and Seven Sons are often captivated by historical fiction with cultural depth and strong female protagonists. Fans of A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini or Arabian Nights tales would appreciate its Middle Eastern setting and themes of resilience and adventure.
5,738 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Baghdad • Medieval Era
1994
YA
12-18 years
800L
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