Translations (novel)
2024 novel by Jumaana Abdu
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Translations is a 2024 novel by Jumaana Abdu. The book, which was Abdu's debut novel, follows a woman named Aliyah who moves with her daughter Sakina to a rural property in New South Wales.[1] There, she develops a connection with her Palestinian farmhand, Shep, and her childhood friend Hana.[2]
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| Author | Jumaana Abdu |
|---|---|
| Genre | Fiction |
| Publisher | Penguin Random House |
| Publication date | 27 August 2024 |
| Publication place | Australia |
| Pages | 336 |
| ISBN | 9781761343872 |
Reception
The book received positive reviews in The Age,[3] Meanjin,[4] Kill Your Darlings,[5] and Readings Monthly.[6] The book was shortlisted for the 2025 Stella Prize and was described by the judging panel as "a joy to read".[1]
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Stella Prize | — | Shortlisted | [7] |
| Voss Literary Prize | — | Longlisted | [8] | |
