I must admit I was surprised to enjoy this book. To begin with, I didn't think I could root for an Arab protagonist...they are so rare in this genre. Having lived abroad for many years and feared for my life from different Ethnic groups other than my own, and having lived in an Arab country and felt little more than a stray, flea infested dog in their eyes, I must admit how biaised I have become. It was quite interesting to see the author show the multitude of Muslim flaws - as I have witnessed such behavior in plain view and in daylight. They don't even bother to dress like regular people...they just go ahead and go drinking the forbidden alcohol in hotels at whatever hour and barter for virgins to play with, without any shame whatsoever. And so here I am, to bare my soul and say that this author has captured my interest till the end. And, yes, I did root for Ash. Well worth the read at this very low cost.
I must admit I was surprised to enjoy this book. To begin with, I didn't think I could root for an Arab protagonist... they are so rare in this genre. Having lived abroad for many years and feared for my life from different Ethnic groups other than my own, and having lived in an Arab country and felt little more than a stray, flea infested dog in their eyes, I must admit how biaised I have become. It was quite interesting to see the author show the multitude of Muslim flaws - as I have witnessed such behavior in plain view and in daylight. They don't even bother to dress like regular people... they just go ahead and go drinking the forbidden alcohol in hotels at whatever hour and barter for virgins to play with, without any shame whatsoever. And so here I am, to bare my soul and say that this author has captured my interest till the end. And, yes, I did root for Ash. Well worth the read at this very low cost.