Discuss Half a Cup of Sand and Sky by Nadine Bjursten

May. 01, 2024
by Archana

What kind of reader would you recommend this book to?

Apr. 29, 2024
by Archana

What is different about Amineh's relationship with Farzad and her relationship with Patrik?

Apr. 29, 2024
by Archana

Overall, what do you think of Half a Cup of Sand and Sky? (no spoilers)

Apr. 29, 2024
by Nansubet

Who was your favorite character?

Apr. 28, 2024
by Archana

Is the novel's portrayal of Islam different from or similar to how you feel it is portrayed in Western culture?

Apr. 28, 2024
by Archana

Ava feels risks are necessary to affect change. Do you agree?

Apr. 28, 2024
by Archana

Why was Farzad unable to express his feelings for Amineh?

Apr. 23, 2024
by SueS.

Did you highlight or bookmark any passages from the book?

Apr. 21, 2024
by kimk

Was there a scene of sensory imagery that stood out for you?

Apr. 16, 2024
by Nansubet

Were you familiar with Iran's political history before reading this book?

Apr. 16, 2024
by gailb

Is there a question you would like to ask the author about the story?

Apr. 13, 2024
by Kathleen L

Did Farzad and Amineh make the right call in choosing to stay in Iran?

Apr. 13, 2024
by JLPen77

How do you think growing up in Qamsar's rose farms shapes Amineh?

Apr. 13, 2024
by JLPen77

What did you think of the couple's argument while on their honeymoon?

Apr. 12, 2024
by JLPen77

What do you feel is the significance of cooking for Amineh?

Apr. 12, 2024
by haleyb

Why is Amineh so lonely?

Apr. 11, 2024
by beckys

How does Amineh's guilt over her parents' death shape her actions?

Apr. 11, 2024
by beckys

Half a Cup of Sand and Sky

Discuss Half a Cup of Sand and Sky by Nadine Bjursten

How much did you know about nuclear arms control and disarmament activism before reading this book?

What kind of reader would you recommend this book to?

What is different about Amineh's relationship with Farzad and her relationship with Patrik?

Overall, what do you think of Half a Cup of Sand and Sky? (no spoilers)

Who was your favorite character?

Is the novel's portrayal of Islam different from or similar to how you feel it is portrayed in Western culture?

Ava feels risks are necessary to affect change. Do you agree?

Why was Farzad unable to express his feelings for Amineh?

Did you highlight or bookmark any passages from the book?

Was there a scene of sensory imagery that stood out for you?

Were you familiar with Iran's political history before reading this book?

Is there a question you would like to ask the author about the story?

Did Farzad and Amineh make the right call in choosing to stay in Iran?

How do you think growing up in Qamsar's rose farms shapes Amineh?

What did you think of the couple's argument while on their honeymoon?

What do you feel is the significance of cooking for Amineh?

Why is Amineh so lonely?

How does Amineh's guilt over her parents' death shape her actions?

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Discuss Half a Cup of Sand and Sky by Nadine Bjursten

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Sorry, Half a Cup of Sand and Sky by Nadine Bjursten is closed for new posts.
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