Review by Rainbow Star
this is a must read book, the author with compelling prose, compassion and a deep understanding of the culture of Afganistan, draws the reader into the lives and desires of a remote Afgan village, which lives their culture with pride but the main character, Sophie, opens our eyes to how a culture that diminishes women can threaten the peace in Afganistan and the world, one is reminded that literacy and education are gateways to a peaceful, freedom embracing world, where all humanity can live in harmony.