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- “Overcoming barriers of race, culture, and residue of life’s setbacks — from family abandonment to the perils of war — This City is Empty by Rovshan Abdullaoglu is a valuable read. (en)
- "The storytelling is convincing, and its philosophical aspect has a timely and vital message. An absorbing and contemplative tale about the ravages of war and the need for love." (en)
- “Philosophical, open-minded readers will find much food for thought in this novel centered on two very different men’s discussions. (en)
- Life Goes On No Matter What by Rovshan Abdullaoglu is a compelling book in the area of motivational psychology. Packed with wisdom for readers to unfold, and one that teaches us how to value life and give it meaning. (en)
- "Great for fans of Boris Pasternak’s Doctor Zhivago, Khaled Hosseini’s A Thousand Splendid Suns.” (en)
- “The Man on the Rails is a powerful work. Rovshan Abdullaoglu writes with passion and grace with an impressive sense of detail and atmosphere in a modern novel crackling with ancient wisdom.” (en)
- “The concept of the novel, a negative person meeting a positive person who changes his entire outlook on and the events of his life, is intriguing and fresh. The prose is well-crafted. The protagonist’s personal transformation based on a growing relationship with a kind, wiser person is executed with flair and genuine insight here. (en)
- This story is more than a psychological thriller; it also touches on cultural biases, mental health, the nature of power struggles, blurred moral lines, art, mythology, science and so much more.
This unusual tale is more than worth the ride. A page-turning spiral into the circles of hell, Abaddon is another impressive release from a continually innovative and poignant wordsmith. (en)
- Abaddon by Rovshan Abdullaoglu is a character study wrapped in a murder mystery. The author shines at psychological drama, building suspense and mystery that hooks the reader from beginning to end. (en)
- “Abdullaoglu's prose is strong, and each character shines through with their unique voices.” (en)
- “This is a philosophical novel that poses the question : How can a person find happiness? Or, put another way, how can one break the chains that years of unhappiness forge? An engaging tale that wears its sincerity proudly and offers readers spiritual sustenance. Abdullaoglu is clearly an author who writes from the heart. (en)
- The grisly nature of the murders will grip genre fans hard and pull them along. (en)
- "Two memorable lives collide in This City is Empty, an emotionally gripping and challenging novel by Rovshan Abdullaoglu.
Abdullaoglu weaves philosophy, poetry, rhetoric, and self-reflection in a masterful way, making this novel an unpredictable and ultimately profound read. (en)
- The prose is straightforward. This plot is original, the split between narrative and another style is highly unique.
The physical descriptions of Ireland are often quite lovely. (en)
- "This City is Empty is a beautiful story of finding your center and that one person who will change you for the better. It feels genuine and enticing at the same time.
I am a huge fan of author Rovshan Abdullaoglu and loved The Man on the Rails . Mr. Rovshan is a masterly writer! (en)
- "I would highly recommend The Man on the Rails to readers who appreciate thoughtful literary fiction with a wide-ranging perspective." (en)
- "As is found in Abdullaoglu's other work, there is an engaging juxtaposition of modern knowledge, ancient cultural traditions, and intense philosophical effort.” (en)
- "This book is a tribute to hope: no matter how hopeless things may seem, there is always hope and it is worth living for." (en)
- The storyline of Abaddon by Rovshan Abdullaoglu is gripping and will grab your attention from the first chapter. The plot twists were unique, and the ending was perfect. Abaddon is a brilliant and unforgettable read. (en)
- Life Goes on no Matter What by Rovshan Abdullaoglu is an earnest self-help guide that offers principles to live by, and helps readers deal with loss and grief. The author uses his own personal experiences and artwork to convey his message, and includes journal pages for readers to use. This work is impactful, and could easily be applied to many painful life events. (en)
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