A Case of Exploding Mangoes Audiobook

" interesting little book "

" If you like a bit of modern history with a twist this is a great book. I'll never look at a black moustache or a white Toyota corolla the same way again. "

" a must read for all! "

" Uhg. Totaal mijn ding niet. Laat het ons daar maar op houden. Schone cover. Dat wel. "

" The President of Pakistan died in a mysterious plane crash? Who knew? That's about all I took away from this book -- a lot of plot lines weren't fully fleshed out, although the tone of mockery was much appreciated. "

" The review has me drooling. I *must* find this book. "

" This books was pretty good. It took me a while to get into it, but it was a pretty easy, enjoyable read once I did. It has been compared to Catch 22 and I can definitely see the comparison, however this book is not quite as complex. "

" A fascinating fictional account of the real and mysterious plane crash that killed Pakistan's president Zia in the late 80s. Imaginative, clever, dark, funny, and kept me guessing all the way through. "

" This is a confronting satirical humour in the vein of "The White Tiger" but darker. Lots of laughs amongst the more grisly parts of the tale "

" Good.. Read "

" An interesting bit of fiction wrapped up in an historical event. Can't say that the style was my favorite, but glad I read it either way. "

" Read my review at my blog. "

" Hugely enjoyable and all too credible look into the mind of a despot, and in the process it provides a scathing analysis and social commentary on the sad state of the world and makes you realise how little things have changed. "

" a little difficult to follow at times but an enjoyable read. "

" I go back and forth between 3 and 4 stars. A nice light read, but sometimes the satire seemed a bit forced and heavy handed. "

" An exploration of the Indian-Pakistani conflicts and the conspiring interventions of the US. Historically based, with fictional characters. Content-wise it's not bad, although stylistically, it could be cleaner. I prefer Mohsin Hamid's style to Mohammed Hanif, but it's not a bad read. "

" This is a good read and an imaginative look at historical events in Pakistan. Who killed General Zia? "

" Delightfully entertaining and confusing at the same time. The final bits seemed to get into the biggest longest most winding maze of things just happening. But a great read overall. "

" It isn't often I read a book that picks up steam at the end instead of losing it. I'm glad I stuck with it. A clever fictional answer to the unsolved mystery of how and why Zia's plane went down. "

" i think that this would have been much more interesting if i had a bit more cultural and historical background- after reading i was able to google information on many of the specifics that the book left me questioning- "

" Michael Chabon goes to Pakistan. The absurdity of modern military life--with a twist. "

" I must admit, I didn't finish it! This received such good ratings, but I didn't really enjoy it at all. "

" A brilliant book..keeps you hooked all throughout absolutely loved it. "

" Really good read. It had that slight humour to it that the siege of Krishnapur does. My first booker 2008 book and I think this will be one of my favourites (therefore probably won't be shortlisted). "

" Fantastic novel for those who like to read Vikas Swarup, or Mohsin Hamid, or Aravind Adiga... Novel that has that something... Interesting story, subtle humor... :) "

" Sarcastic..original and vivid.. Hanif rakes you on a journey of history narrated with a touch of magical realism.. By far one of the best books from Pakistan "

" wonderfully sarcastic and funny. this is the book that CATCH-22...should have been. loved it. "

" The Pakistani Catch-22. It manages to be deeply funny even in the midst of terror dungeons, and other monstrosities. The book creates a vivid satire of Pakistani politics and military culture. "

" Witty, intelligent, and an all out fun read. A less dated "Catch 22". "

" Witty and well-drafted, this book was a revelation from the fast-declining quality of writing in English from this side of the globe. Hanif is fresh, funny and knows how to form the addiction between the reader and the book. Read it! "

" It has an engaging plot that builds up well to a climax that never arrives. Nevertheless the book never feels like a chore because Hanif's writing is so witty and insightful, with tongue-firmly-in-cheek. Looking forward to more from the author. Highly recommended. "

" It was the title that pulled me in... and I'm very glad I read it. The voice of the novel was marvellous. "

" I bailed out of this about 1/3 of the way through; a novel about a Pakistani soldier connected to General Zia's assassination, it didn't seem to be going anywhere I wanted to go. "

" Michael Chabon goes to Pakistan. The absurdity of modern military life--with a twist. "

" too politics based but worth once read.... "

" It is generally an interesting book. However, you have to be really patient in the beginning as you have no idea what is going on. Then the plot will slowly unravel and reveal itself to you and ends with an entertaining explosive twist! "

" One of the best novel expressing the militarism in satirical stance. Yet engaging,witty, well narrated and humorous altogether, more like a roller coaster ride. One of the MUST HAVES. "

" Nice book to read. Unorthodox "

" Brilliant work. Funny, dark and strangely gripping. "

" Delightfully entertaining and confusing at the same time. The final bits seemed to get into the biggest longest most winding maze of things just happening. But a great read overall. "

" Turned out to be overrated.... "

" Couldn't get interested. DNF "

" Great political satire. About the assassination of a Pakistani dictator. Lots of subtext and funny. Good cameos of American diplomats, soldiers and the president himself. "

" With this amazing debut, Hanif seems to be a pretty good candidate to pick up Manto's mantle, even though he's not writing short stories, nor writing in Urdu. "

" great listen - we found excuses for long roadtrips to hear the tale...we loved it "

" I really enjoyed this book, it was subtly witty. I need to head to the web to figure out how much truth it is based on. The characters were entertaining and it was a fun book to read on vacation. It is set in Pakistan in 1988. The ending is heart breaking in many ways. "

" This novel is based on story of the 1988 crash which killed General Zia, Pakistan's ruler. A young pilot in training wants to avenge his father's death and conducts his own odd investigation until he finds General Zia guilty. The novel uses a brisk amusing style to tell an awful story. "

" nice...lovely use of the language, and Hanif manages to make Zia look like a tinpot banana republic dictator..Not great though, in my book, and I agree with the Booker judges that it deserves a place in the longlist but not beyond.... "

" Interesting, satirical and worthwhile. Strange, but recommended. "

" if this debut is any indication, i think i may have found a new favorite writer "

" if this debut is any indication, i think i may have found a new favorite writer "

" Pleasant combo of factual political intrigue and fiction "

" Pleasant combo of factual political intrigue and fiction "

" A brilliant book..keeps you hooked all throughout absolutely loved it. "

" A brilliant book..keeps you hooked all throughout absolutely loved it. "

" Dark humor. Revealing look at the Pakistani government and military through the vehicle of a novel. Great read. "

" Dark humor. Revealing look at the Pakistani government and military through the vehicle of a novel. Great read. "

" Wow! What a surprise this was. The story of the assassination of Zia ul Haq. Having lived in Pakistan during this time, this approach to the mystery felt very real....and possible. A very good story. "

" Wow! What a surprise this was. The story of the assassination of Zia ul Haq. Having lived in Pakistan during this time, this approach to the mystery felt very real....and possible. A very good story. "

" Enjoyed it. Especially the writing style - very creative. "

" Enjoyed it. Especially the writing style - very creative. "

" I'm overwhelmed by the writing skills of the author and how artistically he criticizes gen zia-ul-haq "

" I'm overwhelmed by the writing skills of the author and how artistically he criticizes gen zia-ul-haq "

" This book reminded me of Catch 22 in its weaving together of humor and horror. "

" This book reminded me of Catch 22 in its weaving together of humor and horror. "

" Very interesting novel with history entwined. Very well written. "

" Very interesting novel with history entwined. Very well written. "

" I expected more from the original title. "

" I expected more from the original title. "

" It surprised me, entertained me, and was intellectually thoughtful at the same time. Though the topic may not appeal to all on the surface, this is an intricately woven story that is more than what it's jacket cover describes it as. "

" It surprised me, entertained me, and was intellectually thoughtful at the same time. Though the topic may not appeal to all on the surface, this is an intricately woven story that is more than what it's jacket cover describes it as. "

" A Fantastic read. Muhammed Hanif mixes his acerbic humour with a fantastic insight into Pakistan and produces a great book. Loved it. "

" A Fantastic read. Muhammed Hanif mixes his acerbic humour with a fantastic insight into Pakistan and produces a great book. Loved it. "

" This book is hilarious...laughing out loud!!!! "

" This book is hilarious...laughing out loud!!!! "