As a bellydancer myself, I find so much of what is written rings true - in fact, this book is so honest, I wonder if the author has been drummed out of every troupe in town! She dishes the dirt, on herself, her family, the dance community, arab men - but in such an affectionate way you know she does so because she cares. This is a book about life, love, growth and relationships - it is not specific to those with an interest in dance or bellydance. A funny, uplifting book - I got in to work late because I was reading it!