A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini consists of 49 chapters. The chapters are unevenly divided into different sections that help to unfold the intertwined lives of the main characters, Mariam and Laila, across several decades of tumultuous events in Afghanistan.
Each chapter varies in length, capturing significant moments in the characters’ lives and the sociopolitical landscape of their country. This structure allows readers to engage deeply with the characters’ journeys, illuminating themes of love, sacrifice, and resilience.