Cutting for Stone – Abraham Verghese

An epic, emotionally rich novel spanning decades and continents, Cutting for Stone follows twin brothers born from a secret union between an Indian nun and a British surgeon in Ethiopia.

As political turmoil, family secrets and personal ambition shape their lives, the brothers are drawn together and apart by love, betrayal, medicine and destiny. Sweeping, compassionate and unforgettable, it's a story of family, identity and healing.

Highly rated and widely acclaimed by readers of literary and historical fiction, it's praised as beautifully written and deeply immersive, with memorable characters and fascinating medical and historical detail. It's a long, richly detailed read to savour.

Perfect for readers who love

• Epic family sagas
• Long-buried secrets
• Brothers divided by fate
• Medical drama
• Coming-of-age journeys

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A paperback (2009) in Very Good condition: minor shelf wear, pages clean and intact, binding tight.