Bengal Trilogy Books in Order

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Tahmima Anam's Bengal Trilogy examines the personal and social impacts of political and religious transformations in Bangladesh through the lives of interconnected families. Set against historical events such as the 1971 War of Independence and the rise of Islamic radicalism, the series explores themes of tradition versus modernity, identity, and migration. Each novel reflects the tensions between cultural expectations and individual choices in a society undergoing profound change.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of A golden age

    A golden age

    2007 · Tahmima Anam

    Rehana Haque is preparing a party for her children when her life changes during the 1971 Bangladesh War of Independence. The story follows her family…

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  2. Cover of The good Muslim

    The good Muslim

    2011 · Tahmima Anam

    Tahmima Anam's second novel explores the rise of Islamic radicalism in Bangladesh from the perspective of a family. Written by the prize-winning…

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  3. Cover of The bones of grace

    The bones of grace

    2016 · Tahmima Anam

    From the award-winning author of A Golden Age and The Good Muslim, comes a modern love story exploring themes of belonging, migration, and identity.…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Bengal Trilogy books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “A golden age”. Start with “A golden age.”

How many books are in the Bengal Trilogy series?

We list 3 books by Tahmima Anam , published between 2007–2016.

Where can I buy the Bengal Trilogy books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.