What the Day Owes the Night Paperback – January 1, 2011

This was a very well-written book; narrator/character comes from a part of the world I know little about, so provided a great deal of insight and empathy into a time, place and people living in Algeria.

An superb example of writing yet again under the pseudonym of an Algerian intelligence officer. The descriptive power of the language even after translation. is exceptional

This is a wonderful translation of a romantic novel based on the reality of Algerian history, the transition from French colonialism to independence and the complexity of loss for the many generations of French settlers and their associates, many of whom were also Islamic Arabs. It brings to life the reasons why injustice and too great inequality can lead to disaster. Khadra is a poet, as well as philosopher and sensitive observer of society and human nature.

Love his unpretentious style, his precise wording, his metaphors and themes. Chandra's novels speaks straight to the heart! I strongly recommend it.

I prefer the french version

Beautifully written insight into Algerian life and political/racial struggles during the 1950's.

I read this in three days, staying up most of the night to finish it with tears streaming down my face.

Love this book!