Munaweera actually describes the events from the Sinhala viewpoint, even though she does try to present both sides of the story through a fleeting romance between Visakha and Shiva which falls apart because they lack the nerve to tell their families. However, one requires to have a little background information about the Civil War and for those unfamiliar with the details of the conflict, the book may be confusing. What makes the book different to Indian readers is the background of the Sinhala Tamil conflict.

The migration to America, the coming and going of people from the home country every year dreaming of green cards, with nightmares in their eyes. Much of the novel is on similar lines as Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni, Jhumpa Lahiri and the rest of the Indian diaspora.

A remarkable debut by Nayomi Munaweera, this novel is beautifully written, juxtaposing the stunning landscape of this island country with its ravaging horrors of a civil war. Even her transformation into a person devoid of humanity seems to be expected and a little disappointing. Island of a Thousand Mirrors is an intense and vivid portrait of a piece of Sri Lankan history that I was relatively unfamiliar with before reading this. Also possibly because the reader by now is used to the beautiful poetic prose of Yasodhara who has already described her own childhood and growing up, Saraswathi seems to be treading familiar terrain. Running continuously, the elevator takes only 40 seconds to reach the first of three observation decks and provide visitors with a spectacular photographic opportunity as they enjoy the panoramic view of the 1000 Islands and St Lawrence River stretched out 130 meters or 400' below.Ī Tour Guide is always available at the first level to explain the area and answer questions.Saraswathi’s story opens promisingly but gradually fades out from lack of conviction. From the top you will see the best of what the area has to offer. The 1000 Islands Tower is a unique tourist attraction, the only one of it's kind in the 1000 Islands. Island of a Thousand Mirrors: A Novel is written by Nayomi Munaweera and published by St. Visit the 1000 Islands Tower and find out!Įnjoy the breathtaking view from the 1000 Islands Tower, see the 1000 Islands & St. We thank all our visitors for their support and are looking forward to welcoming you again in May 2023! It shows a world that holds strongly onto tradition and what it means to be. It gives a glimpse into the world of forbidden love, prejudice, and arranged marriages as a civil war begins to simmer in the background. The 1000 Islands Tower is now closed for the season and will re-open in May 2023! Island of a Thousand Mirrors is the type of novel that completely sweeps the reader away into a world known little to outsiders. Please note: The 1000 Islands Tower is located on 1000 Islands Tower Simply Breathtaking Views

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