As philosophy lecturer Sara faces a possible death sentence in modern Kuwait, she takes strength from the generations of courageous women who came before her. This is such a powerful story with memorable characters which made this book totally gripping. I loved it and lived through Sara's tension right to the end.
Outside, the sky is still red. Two men stand a few steps below the front gate. 'Duktora Sara Tarek Al-Ameed?' one of them asks.
I nod and smile reflexively. 'That's me'
'You're under arrest for blasphemy. Please go inside and get what you need for a few nights in jail. We'll wait.' My face must convey a total lack of comprehension because he repeats what he's said more slowly...
I consider anyone I might know with some connection to the police, someone who would pull a stunt like this. 'You must be kidding!' I say after a minute or two. 'Who put you up to this?' I can think of no one.
