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Cutting for Stone

Book • 2009
The novel tells the story of twin brothers Marion and Shiva Stone, born of a secret union between an Indian nun and a British surgeon.

Orphaned at birth, they grow up in Ethiopia, bound by a deep connection and a shared fascination with medicine.

The story follows their journey through love, loss, and the complexities of family, as they navigate their lives from Ethiopia to New York City.

The book delves into themes of love, betrayal, forgiveness, and the unbreakable bonds of family, set against the backdrop of medical miracles and the tumultuous history of Ethiopia.

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Mentioned in 4 episodes

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Eric Zimmer
as a previously read book by the interviewer.
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Steven Levitt
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Abraham Verghese
's best-selling novels.
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Abraham Verghese Thinks Medicine Can Do Better (Update)
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Steve Levitt
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Abraham Verghese
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116. Abraham Verghese Thinks Medicine Can Do Better
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Jason Liebowitz
as one of his favorite books, praising Verghese's storytelling and clinical expertise.
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