Celestial Bodies

Three sisters, one family, a lifetime of love and secrets under Omani skies.

Set against the changing landscapes of Oman, Celestial Bodies follows three sisters navigating the intersections of family, love, and social expectation. Jokha Alharthi captures the subtleties of everyday life with a poetic sensibility, revealing the joys, regrets, and longings that bind people across generations. Each character grapples with duty, desire, and the inescapable weight of tradition, painting a portrait that is both intimate and expansive.

Alharthi’s prose is immersive and lyrical, drawing readers into the rhythms of Omani life. Through her exploration of marriage, class, and cultural change, the novel examines how personal and societal forces shape identity, revealing the beauty and complexity of human experience. The story unfolds with quiet intensity, where every small gesture and decision resonates with lasting significance.

Elegant, moving, and richly textured, Celestial Bodies is a meditation on love, freedom, and the delicate balance between the past and the future. It is a novel that lingers in the mind like a constellation, illuminating the enduring power of family and tradition.

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