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Evidently based on Meek's experiences in Afghanistan, it seems flawless in its detailing of place and atmosphere and there's a terrific dinner party sequence where Kellas, the protagonist breaks down nd lets rip at its smug guests. But the narrative, ultimately a rather unconvincing love story, is a bit thin and it didn't help that his characters were so unsympathetic. I felt the prose was a bit heavy too, consciously striving to be profound - I guess I prefer it when the most serious subjects are handled with a light touch.

I can't decide whether it's a brave book (and I just didn't get it) or a bad one. ]]>