The Lucky Ones: A Memoir

by Zara Chowdhary

A moving memoir by a survivor of anti-Muslim violence in contemporary India that delicately weaves political and family histories in a tribute to her country's unique Islamic heritage--"a must-read in our warring world today" (NPR)

"A harrowing survivor's tale, an important history lesson, and a desperate warning from someone who has seen the tragic effects of ethnic violence."--Time

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0593727436
• ISBN13: 9780593727430
• Release Date: July 2024
• Publisher: Crown Publishing Group (NY)
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.5" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

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probably one of the most heart breaking yet expansive/life changing books i've read. opened me up to deeper understanding, compassion, and righteous anger. also helped clarify some intuitive feelings and give words to experiences i didn't have before reading. i feel most people can benefit from this book. it's absolutely horrifying leaving me with nightmares and waking up in the middle of the night wanting to hide this book and take a break to calm my nervous system and read something lighter. but there's something about the characters, the love and sweetness amidst the trauma that kept bringing me back. the personable rawness brought a true loyalty to finish and heal, open and expand. thank you for your bravery writing this, i pray this gem of a book reaches people who need it most. a return to love, a call for peace.