Three Thousand Miles for a Wish : the true story of a young woman's quest to find happiness [Kindle Edition]

I would definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a well-written real story from a gifted author. Her writing is very accessible and the best thing, for me, is that she's naturally very funny. Her observations on life and culture give a warmth, realness and point of reference to all kinds of themes and experiences that are pretty scary, immense and life-changing.

At the same time, I learnt about Islam and the Hajj pilgrimmage - an unexpected bonus. Also, it was very refreshing to get a different perspective on Islam and Muslims and Asian culture, outside of the stereotypes that few Muslims can actually relate to. That said, the themes and experiences are completely universal, so ultimately, I think that absolutely anyone and everyone could read this book and take something positive from it. Whether it's boredom with the mundane 9-5 of your job, or a difficult relationship, or the way you treat your parents, the book contains a wealth of experience, insight and hope (no matter what situation you are in).

The personal journey and the physical journey are connected well, so you get a good mix of personality and emotion, with some real descriptions of the environment the author finds herself in.

The book is full of hope, too. Yes, there's despair and difficulty, but it's great to see how the author takes on the physical and emotional challenges. You want her to succeed and be happy.

Definitely a page-turner.

This book ticks all the boxes in my opinion; It is humorous yet delicate regarding sensitive issues, it is factual without being dreary or bogging the reader down in detail, and it has the amazing ability of transporting the reader to another time and place. I can identify with the author on so many different levels; it really struck a chord with me. The book is written in such an accessible way that muslims and non muslims alike will be able to enjoy, and benefit, from reading it. Personally, it gave me a newfound respect for all those who have been on Hajj and risked life and limb to achieve this pillar of Islam; I never really knew what it entailed before. I'd love to be a fly on the wall to see it for myself. This is unlikely to happen, but I have Safiya Hussain's remarkably detailed and vivid account to take me there from the comfort of my own home.
I urge anyone with an open mind who enjoys learning about other cultures (or finding out more about their own) to buy a copy of this book. You will not regret it.

I didnt think it was possible for someone to shed tears reading book, now I seen everything this book is amazing, the author expressed her feelings and touched my heart, I look forward to reading more books from this author :)