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Good People

A Novel

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Auteur(s): Patmeena Sabit
Narrateur(s): Full Cast
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“A thrilling tour de force of a novel. I’ll be recommending this book to everyone.”—ANN PATCHETT
“[A] gorgeous and powerful debut.”—TOMMY ORANGE, The New York Times
“A stunning read.”—KHALED HOSSEINI
“Utterly addictive, Good People will have everyone talking.”—PAULA HAWKINS “Brilliant, original, compelling storytelling.”—ELIN HILDERBRAND

In a haunting debut novel that reads like true crime, told through a kaleidoscope of perspectives, a private tragedy thrusts one family into the court of public opinion as the media—and their own community—dissect every aspect of their lives.

ONE OF THE NEW YORKER’S BEST BOOKS OF 2026 SO FAR

Zorah Sharaf could do no wrong. Zorah Sharaf brought shame upon her family. What’s the truth? Depends on who you ask.

The Sharaf family is the picture of success. Prosperous, rich, happy. They came to this country as refugees with nothing more than the clothes on their backs. And now, after years of hard work, they live in the most exclusive neighborhood, their growing family attending the most prestigious schools. Zorah, the eldest daughter, is the apple of her father’s eye.

When an unthinkable tragedy strikes, everyone is left reeling. There is talk that behind closed doors the Sharafs’ happy household was anything but. Did the Sharaf family achieve the American dream? Or was the image of the model immigrant family just a façade?

Like a literary game of ping-pong, Good People compels the reader to reconsider what might have happened even on the previous page. It’s a riveting, provocative story of family—sisters, brothers, mothers, fathers, and the communities that claim us as family in difficult times. Fiction de genre Fiction littéraire Le choix des éditeurs Le meilleur de 2026 (jusqu’à présent) Patrimoine islamique Psychologique Suspense Thrillers domestiques Thrillers et romans à suspense Intéressant
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Editorial Review

How many unreliable narrators does it take to find the truth?
This brilliantly structured debut tells the story of the Sharaf family, Afghan immigrants who have achieved the American dream in suburban Virginia. This is not a traditional narrative; rather, the story unwinds through statements from community members, journalists, teachers, and attorneys, all looking back at events that led to a shocking occurrence. The inciting incident isn't revealed until halfway through, but you're completely hooked trying to piece together the truth from the beginning. Main characters only exist through others' observations, making them constantly shift in your mind—a puzzle made all the more immersive by the 15-narrator cast. Good People is a haunting exploration of family, perspective, and how truth depends entirely on who's telling the story. —Tricia F., Audible Editor

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It was a bit of a gruelling read, rather like watching a crime expose on network TV. Not my cup of tea.

Lack of Clarity

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I can see how this would be a better audio than read book perhaps.
I enjoyed it and would absolutely recommend it.

Don’t worry about trying to remember all the individual, introduced characters.

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I personally felt it was a thought-provoking narrative, and enjoyed the many voices in audible version. Completely held my attention from start to finish.

Powerful story and writing

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