4.0 out of 5 based on 5 reviews. – Customer review on 30/06/2008

I studied this book back in High School for School C English, it was definately one of the more interesting books we looked at! It's sad (at the time of writing Nadia was still trapped in the Yemen) but really insightful at the same time to the harsh reality Yemeni society.

4.0 out of 5 based on 5 reviews. – Customer review on 01/02/2007

It is hard to say that you enjoy a book of this nature. However, there is no doubt that this is very intriguing to read and I certainly devoured it in one sitting (with plenty of breaks for tissues). This is an amazing story and really does make you think about women and their differing situations in the world. Followed up by two more books which were equally engrossing.

5.0 out of 5 based on 5 reviews. – Customer review on 28/01/2006

This book is heartbreaking - certainly have tissues handy. I thought it was very well written as it tells a difficult story in a relatable way. In a similar vein to Not Without My Daughter, this book is another example of how lucky we are to live in New Zealand.

5.0 out of 5 based on 5 reviews. – Customer review on 12/01/2006

i found this to be a very good book and it sad what people have to go through. If anyone wants to read a book this is one.

3.0 out of 5 based on 5 reviews. – Customer review on 22/10/2005

I found the writing style to be quite basic. It would be a good book to study for 13-15 year olds.

Nonetheless, this true story gave me a picture of the village life in Yemen. The treatment of women is sad and the men have really taken complete power over them.

I think there is a sequel to this book as we are left not knowing what happens to Zana's sister, Nadia.