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by Jasvinder Sanghera (Author)
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  • Hardcover: 304 pages
  • Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ltd (25 Jan 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0340924608
  • ISBN-13: 978-0340924600
  • Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 16 x 3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 199,061 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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'She tells her story with the pace and vivid turn of phrase of a true writer ... SHAME is an inspiring book, not least because of its honesty.' -- The Sunday Times 'A vivid, honest and deeply moving narrative of despair, courage and hope.' -- Lord Lester speaking in Parliamentary debate 'Angry, sad and profoundly disturbing, Jasvinder Sanghera's account of fleeing an arranged marriage is a powerful read' -- The London Paper 'The glossy cover doesn't prepare you for the impact this book has on its reader ... It gives me hope that there are people like the author of this book who are willing to write their experiences with such passion and clarity. A must-read.' -- Asians in Media 'Unbeaten and eloquent' -- Evening Standard 'It will open your eyes to the horrors that are real for some women' -- Sydney Daily Telegraph 'A success story to inspire anyone ... recounted deftly and without apology.' -- Time Magazine 'Heart-wrenching ... Sanghera's book will fuel debate and, perhaps, confound those groups who delude themselves into thinking that all is harmony in our multi-racial cities. But ignore these issues and our treasured, traditional British way of life will be further jeopardised.' -- Daily Mail


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36 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Shame . By Jasvinder Sanghera, 26 Jan 2007
By Mrs. Sabiha Ahmed "sabinaahmed" (Taunton.Somerset.UK) - See all my reviews
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A social commentary on a taboo subject. This is a story of the oppression and coersion of asian women, by their own families and community in this country.
Jasvinder was born and brought up in Derby, a vivacious young girl who wanted to do well at school and get a degree. Insted she was shown the picture of the man she was to marry at the age of 14, as her elder sisters were already married and were trapped in un-happy and forced marriages. Jasvider rebelled and ran away. living a life of misery and poverty while her parents denyed her exsistence. This book lifts the lid on the so called "loving families"the asians are supposed to have. The abuse and the pain of those women that goes un-registered while the government and the police remain "politically correct" and dont intervene in these "cultural practices".
This is a must read book for anyone who wants an insight into this problem which is facing the young asian women in this country, Police, social workers and everyone in authority, and anyone who wants to stop this outragious practice should read this book.
A social commentary on this sad problem.
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31 of 33 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A book of loss, heart-ache and self discovery, 20 Jan 2007
By K. Maxwell "katmax1" (Perth, Australia) - See all my reviews
This book is horrifying to read especially if you are a woman, but its an important book. "Honour" deaths and violence don't only happen in the middle-east. They happen anywhere there are immigrants who believe their "honour" and their families "face" is worth more than the lives and happiness of their children - and as this book makes clear its not always soley the men who are to blame, their wives, with the same beliefs, can often be active particpants in the abuse of their children. It really does make you shudder to read some of the stories in this book.

That the author managed to escape such a background is amazing in itself. This book chronicles a very hard journey to self-knowledge that is scattered with personal loss that is enough to break many people, who would rather be bashed and abused than be alone or cut off from their family forever.

Anyone who wants the know the reality of these frightend women's lives should read this book. Its a real eye-opener on the costs of violence vs family love.

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars You cannot put this book down, 3 Mar 2007
By Mr. Ian Viner "Ian" (London) - See all my reviews
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I have a habit of reading a chapter a day when I read a book, but this one I just couldn't put down. It's quite an amazing story, and I just want to meet this incredible woman. If you haven't read it yet, then I suggest you go out and buy it right now. Jas, you are one hell of a brave woman, and I congratulate you on all your amazing achievements.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Read it.... you wont be disapointed
I read Shame on the recomendation of a friend and let me tell you i was not disapointed.... I could not put the book down, its absoulutely brilliant. Read more
Published 1 day ago by F. S. Tutin

5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic
I have to disagree with some of the reviews on here. Tnis book is very well written.
Published 21 days ago by Louise Hickerman

4.0 out of 5 stars A heart-rending tale of tragedy and culture-specific cruelty.
This was almost a book of two halves, the first half being the captivating story of the cold brutality dished out by one woman's family. Read more
Published 1 month ago by C. Sperry

5.0 out of 5 stars shame
I had read the second book from this author first and then ordered this. It was a very heart rendering account of what really happens in asian famlies, even now. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ms. Zahida K. Aziz

5.0 out of 5 stars Hard to put down
Once this book has been picked up it is very difficult to put it down. Jasvinder, a young girl doing so well at school wanting to make the most of her life by going to college,... Read more
Published 1 month ago by chirpyyorkshire

5.0 out of 5 stars Heatbreakingly sad and difficult to put down!
I would most definetly regard myself a slow reader, but this book took me not longer than a day to get through, its impossible to put down. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ms. R. K. Ghumman

5.0 out of 5 stars Shame
The issue of Forced marriage and honour based crime is described in graphic detail in this book. The author invites you to challenge your own views on cultural issues and asks... Read more
Published 6 months ago by M. Stansfield

5.0 out of 5 stars Shame
An absolute read. I actually read Jasvinder's second book "Daughters of Shame" and was intrigued to find out about the author and her story. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Ann Whiteside

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
Mrs Sanghera came into an assembly at our school not so long ago and spoke about her life, it was very interesting and i brought this book because of it. Read more
Published 9 months ago by P. Lester

3.0 out of 5 stars A good story but a bit of a let down in the middle.
This story starts off with a happy childhood that turns to tragedy when her parents try to force her into an arranged marriage,more concerned about keeping up the family's honour... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Chelli

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