First edition fine

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Although written in the immediate era of the Russian invasion of Afghanistan, and therefore a lot of material readily available, his research and attention to detail is excellent. Another great story written early in his writng career. ( )

This a love triangle with a background of the Afghan war, further complicated wit the men on opposing sides. It is well written with exceptional work on the lives of women in an Afghan village where our main character uses her wiles to survive. I did get tired with the continual emphasis on breast feeding. This was the least of my problems, when half-way thru the book I thought it had changed to a porn novel. I found this section an unnecessary addition to the book. The story seemed to have lost its purpose. After that wasted section the book was back on track with a great ending. ( )

Reread 28/9/20. Personal relationships woven around the complexities of the Russian invasion of Afghanistan in late 70s early 80s. ( )