I just checked my copy of 'Parvana' by Deborah Ellis, and it's got 170 pages in the edition I own. But honestly, page counts can vary depending on the publisher, font size, and even the edition—some might be a bit shorter or longer. What really struck me about this book isn't the length, though; it's how powerful such a relatively short story can be. 'Parvana' packs so much emotion and resilience into those pages, following a young girl's struggle under Taliban rule in Afghanistan. It’s one of those books that feels much bigger than its page count suggests.
If you’re considering reading it, don’t let the number of pages sway you either way. It’s a quick read in terms of time, but the themes linger long after you’ve finished. I remember finishing it in one sitting because I couldn’t put it down, and then immediately loaning it to a friend because the story felt too important not to share. Whether it’s 170 pages or 200, the impact is what really matters.