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In post-war Baghdad, Hadi, a junk dealer, reanimates a corpse made from collected body parts, creating the vengeful "Whatsitsname," which seeks to avenge the deaths of those whose parts it comprises, and causing terror throughout the city as it remains unkillable by normal means. Sensitive topics include violence and body horror.
Frankenstein in Baghdad by Ahmed Saadawi is praised for its inventive storytelling and poignant exploration of violence and trauma in war-torn Iraq. Readers appreciate its dark humor, vivid characters, and allegorical depth. However, some find its narrative pacing inconsistent and its themes too grim. Overall, it is a thought-provoking, skillfully crafted novel.
A reader who appreciates Frankenstein in Baghdad by Ahmed Saadawi would likely enjoy dark, thought-provoking novels that blend horror with social commentary. Fans of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and Khaled Hosseini's The Kite Runner will find the blend of supernatural elements with a poignant exploration of war-torn Baghdad compelling.
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Lexile Level
1040LHorror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
History: Middle Eastern
Military / War
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies