This is the true story of what life is like for a Saudi Arabian Princess. Told to the author by a member of the Saudi Arabian Royal Family who wishes to remain anonymous, it describes a life of oppression and human rights violations.
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"Unforgettable in content, fascinating in detail - a book to move you to tears" (Fay Weldon, Mail On Sunday (Pick Of The Year) )
"Anyone with the slightest interest in human rights will find this book heart-wrenching... It had to come from a native woman to be believable" (Betty Mahmoody, Bestselling Author Of Not Without My Daughter )
"Startling, frank and vivid" (Sunday Express )
"Gripping... fast-paced, enthralling" (Publishers Weekly )
"Princess is a mind-boggling look at the everyday life of a contemporary woman in the 21,000-member-strong royal family... absolutely riveting" (People magazine ) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
"Anyone with the slightest interest in human rights will find this book heart-wrenching... It had to come from a native woman to be believable" (Betty Mahmoody, Bestselling Author Of Not Without My Daughter )
"Startling, frank and vivid" (Sunday Express )
"Gripping... fast-paced, enthralling" (Publishers Weekly )
"Princess is a mind-boggling look at the everyday life of a contemporary woman in the 21,000-member-strong royal family... absolutely riveting" (People magazine ) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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Reissue of the worldwide bestseller by popular demand - a shocking true story of life behind the veil.
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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful
By ME
Format:Paperback
I only read this book as it kept appearing on my Recommendations list. I had a vague idea on how woman were seen in Saudi Arabia but, how little I knew.
Princess Sultana tells the story of her life - her luxurious prison sentence, just because she is a woman in a land where this means second class citizen. No rights, no choice, she is constantly told what will happen to her and her sisters.
She is a Princess yet no one, not even her father, thinks she is anything special - because she is a daughter and only sons are truly wanted. Her voice is defiant and strong, even in the face of danger. She refuses to accept her lot in life - to serve and obey - all the time knowing she could easily be murdered for being a 'difficult' woman. She risks death again and again to do what she thinks is right, to gain a little freedom and choice over her life. Her spirit is amazing - she has hope in the darkest times. It's astounding that this story is real and that she risked so much over and over - knowing that she too could be murdered like her friends and the police would help cover it up.
Some of her stories are truly sickening, I cannot see how she kept going, knowing she had no help in society - no police force, little parental support, should anything happen to her. Women are taught to get on with life no matter what. Men are always right and can do anything, ANYTHING they want.
The only glimmers of humour and lightness are her accounts on the triumphs over her vile brother Ali. I was delighted when she got away with some of them, though tiny moments of satisfaction and joy can never compensate her largely grim existence.
I wouldn't say this book was enjoyable or pleasant. It's shocking, heart wrenching and disgustingly real. By the end of the book I felt depressingly resigned to the fact that I couldn't do anything to help and Sultanas' story was just one of thousands. It is, however, essential to learn about how different life is in other parts of the world. As a Western woman I feel immensely grateful and humbled by Sultanas story. I hope she is happy wherever she is.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Meg Blythe
Format:Paperback
I really did not have a clue what i was going to read, but once I started reading this book of life behind the veil of Saudi women, I could not put it down. It is heart wrenching in parts; Has a touch of humour, despite the suffering; It is very defiant and is certainly eye opening in a way that we western women could not even imagine, the suffering and iniquities against these women of Saudi Arabia. I fully recommend the follow up book, Daughters of Arabia by Jean P Sasoon. Once you begin reading these books, you will not want to put them down or ever forget their contents.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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I am very interested in different cultures and traditions, particularly in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East where women are treated so differently to how they are here in the west. I was shocked to hear just how differently, and to learn about how much power Saudi men have over their women and the restrictions and expectations that are laid upon them. Reading this made me very shocked and angry, but also proud of 'Sultana's' determination to be herself. It also made me think how incredibaly lucky we western women are, and it made me more appreciative towards our freedom. I think Jean P Sasson took a risk when she decided to write this, as did 'Sultana', but it is a brilliant, moving and inspiring book that deserves the greatest respect.
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Jean Sassons' novels give you a really good insight into the daily lives of these ladies in Saudi Arabia and even though they live in gilded cages, with extaordinary wealth ,that... Read more
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Wonderful! This book has opened my eyes to the struggle of Muslim women.
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I read this after a visit to the middle east as I wanted more of an understanding of why many women remain veilled. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Lee Lee
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it shows a true reflection of how women are protrayed in the Arab world and confirms how they hide behind religion and money to use thier power
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Couldn't put it down
An insight to Saudi life as a women - makes you appreciate freedom and democracy in Western society's and how lucky we are! A great read!
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Very touching and meaningfully book I would recommend to everyone it had touched my heart and I have learnt the true colours of some people
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This book is a wonderful read it opens your eyes to customs and practices of cultural division which exist in a land of such wealth and potential opportunities. Read more
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This book is truly inspiring and I would recommend it 100% to both Male and Female. It truly captures all the injustice Females face in their daily life not just in the Saudi... Read more
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