When she was fourteen, Jasvinder Sanghera was shown a photo of the man chosen to be her husband. She was terrified. She'd witnessed the torment her sisters endured in their arranged marriages, so she ran away from home, grief-stricken when her parents disowned her. Shame is the heart-rending true story of a young girl's attempt to escape from a cruel, claustrophobic world where family honour mattered more than anything - sometimes more than life itself. Jasvinder's story is one of terrible oppression, a harrowing struggle against a punitive code of honour - and, finally, triumph over adversity.
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'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 . . . a powerful read'
(The London Paper )'Unbeaten and eloquent'
(Evening Standard )'A success story to inspire anyone.'
(Time Magazine )'Heart-wrenching.'
(Daily Mail )'The glossy cover doesn't prepare you for the impact this book has . . . 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 )
'The last non-fiction book I read was Shame by Jasvinder Sanghera, about a British Asian woman whose parents forced her into a marriage. That was brilliant.' (Cameron On Cameron by Dylan Jones )
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Jasvinder Sanghera is the co-founder of Karma Nirvana, a community-based project that supports South Asian women affected by domestic violence and honour-based crimes. She was born in Derby.
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34 of 35 people found the following review helpful
By thebooklover
Format:Hardcover
I have just read shame in 2 hours even though l should have been studying. It was compelling in every sense not least because of the endurance of the author who has shown unbelievable courage in the face of adversity. Whilst it is not representative of of all asians families in the UK, forced marriages are increasingly on the rise of that there is no doubt. I was deeply saddened as an Asian to see that family honour is more important that the happiness of children. This is a very accurate portrayal of asian culture. Shame brought to light the more sinister side of Asian culture, which needs to be acknowledged. Jasvinder, Shazia and the others have shown incredible courage to take the steps they have taken. The bond of family in an Asian culture is strong and the wrench of leaving may not be fully appreciated by non-Asians. This does not denegrate non-Asians but highlights in Shame the difficulties of leaving as well as the dangers. I am amazed that Jasvinder managed to achieve all that she has with such determination and focus. The attitude of her sisters is less understandable as l would have expected a greater level of support, l wonder what they were trying to uphold. At the every least with Jasvinders parents although misguided they were holding on at a way of life they were afraid of letting go. I highly recommend Shame as the first honest account of what is happening worldwide with regards to forced marriages. This is not overstated it just has not been exposed so openly. To write one's personal account is a brave beyond belief. The price paid by so many does not stop when they leave the home or seek refuge.
45 of 48 people found the following review helpful
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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.
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.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I used to read a lot of books, but hadn't read anything I would class un-put-downable for years....until I brought this last week. I actually thought it would just be a 'tie over' book until I got my hands onto something more substantial. How wrong I was! Yesterday I sat up until 3am because I couldn't sleep until I discovered what happened to Jasvinder and the women she tries to help. This book has gripped me in a way very few books have. Jasvinder is a real woman of courage, and I applaud her for highlighting such an uncomfortable subject and for telling her personal story without bias or self pity.
As I read it I kept thinking 'How can I not know this?' 'How can such things be happening to young women possibly living in my neighbourhood, and I - NO ONE - be aware of it?' It is shocking. And I am grateful to have read this because previously I was ignorant. I would hear about things like honour killings on the news, and think it's only an issue for Asian or other cultural minorities, and not really any of my business as a black British woman, but now I realise it's a disgrace and an affront to all society that such terrible lives are being led by some women in secrecy.
But there is a tremendously positive message running through this story, and Jasvinders courage and tenacity in improving her own life in the face of so many obstacles has really encouraged and strengthened me to face the problems in my own.
I hope her good work continues, she deserves all the help she can get.
I really love Jassey too!
As I read it I kept thinking 'How can I not know this?' 'How can such things be happening to young women possibly living in my neighbourhood, and I - NO ONE - be aware of it?' It is shocking. And I am grateful to have read this because previously I was ignorant. I would hear about things like honour killings on the news, and think it's only an issue for Asian or other cultural minorities, and not really any of my business as a black British woman, but now I realise it's a disgrace and an affront to all society that such terrible lives are being led by some women in secrecy.
But there is a tremendously positive message running through this story, and Jasvinders courage and tenacity in improving her own life in the face of so many obstacles has really encouraged and strengthened me to face the problems in my own.
I hope her good work continues, she deserves all the help she can get.
I really love Jassey too!
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A very sad story and that holds you from start to finish. Religion has a lot to answer for in this story!!!
Published 16 days ago by VICTOR
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Very disturbing and yet could not put the book down. It was good to see that despite all the odds Jasvinder survived and did so well.
Published 18 days ago by Margaret Lewis
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very significant
I didn't "love it", I was distressed by it but none the less thought it was a very significant biography.
Published 18 days ago by laird of montrose
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Outstanding read
This book opened my eyes to the horrendous life of some.Asian women
.I was astounded to read that this sort of thing really still happens. In this day and age.
.I was astounded to read that this sort of thing really still happens. In this day and age.
Published 26 days ago by Elaine Laverty
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A must read
A must read giving you an inside view of Asian life very interesting but also very sad even for today
Published 1 month ago by emily malley
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Shame
I was inspired to read this book after hearing Jasvinder on Desert Island Disc. It is a very moving story
I intend to read other books by this author, she has had to overcome... Read more
I intend to read other books by this author, she has had to overcome... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Lucky
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Not that great
I don't think I could sympathise with the author and failed to connect with her self-pity. She had a hard life, but what Asian girl growing up in a foreign country didn't? Read more
Published 2 months ago by Anon
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Enjoyed
I really enjoyed this book I found it interesting and well written,and it was good to hear a true account! No woman should have to go through any form of abuse from anyone!
Published 4 months ago by Roxanne Tate
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So relevant.
This book gives a wonderful insight into what is happening among people from other cultures who are living in the UK. Fascinating.
Published 4 months ago by Tricia
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This is the story of one Asian girl, who against all the odds, managed to triumph and make something of herself - and give back something to other women, others who are suffering... Read more
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