Madge C. (dmconn1) reviewed on 3/5/2009 + 234 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 3

I read this book quickly and was fascinated by the cultural differences the author embraced while trying to help the women of Afghanistan empower themselves. Deborah definitely made choices I wouldn't make by leaving her life behind in America and marrying a man she couldn't initially communicate with who was already married to another. I do respect her courage though as she fought battles to open and sustain a beauty school in such a war torn country that still treats their women like slaves and 2nd class citizens. The stories of some of the women she encountered and befriended are absolutely compelling. I would love to hear more about the author, her marriage, and her life in Afghanistan. A sequel would be great as things are constantly changing in that part of our world, and more stories to be told.

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