"Cutting for Stone" by Abraham Verghese is a captivating novel that spans continents and generations. Set in Ethiopia, it tells the story of twin brothers, Marion and Shiva Stone, born from a secret union between an Indian nun and a British surgeon. The twins grow up in a mission hospital, entwined in the complexities of family and medicine. Their bond is challenged by love, betrayal, and their divergent paths in medicine. Marion, the narrator, pursues a surgical career, while Shiva excels in a unique gynecological field. The book beautifully intertwines medical drama with the twins' personal journey, set against the backdrop of political turmoil in Ethiopia. Marion's eventual move to America brings additional challenges and confrontations with the past. it's more than a medical drama; it's a story about the unbreakable bond of family, the sacrifices of love, and the pursuit of identity.
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