Book description
In the Shadow of the Prophet is a novel set in the Middle East, during the time of transition from paganism to Islam. The novel chronicles the stories of two sisters, Noor and Sawdah, whose lives are transformed by their personal experiences and by the dramatic changes in the world…
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Deeply moving, this story brought me to tears several times. There is very little fanfare and yet the author was able to touch my heart, using simple prose to highlight complex characters who must find their way through difficult circumstances.
A timely reminder of our shared humanity, the message is clear: human experience and emotions are universal. We are all the same, no matter our culture, colour or creed.
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