Exit West by Mohsin Hamid / 4 stars

[Meli]

Saeed and Nadia meet in class in an unnamed city presumed to be in the Middle Eastern in the midst of a violent civil war. Seeking to escape their dangerous situation and in hopes of finding relative freedom the couple seek out a door, one of many all over their country and the world, that will transport them to another location. From there Exit West is about their experience as immigrants, how they adapt to their new environment as individuals and how that is at times in conflict with each other.

Very unique premise and plot device, beautiful writing, and a short time investment totally worth the time. I was a little disengaged at times, but it's still a great story with a lot to unpack so highly recommend to all readers.