Chaahat Jain's Reviews > Princess: Stepping Out of The Shadows

The book throws light at the male dominated land of middle east where marrying off a girl just after she reaches puberty to men 30-40 years older then her or making her the 3rd or 4th wife at such a tender age , getting raped and abused by cynical mens is a very common sight . You will also read about the barbarity of strict guardian laws in Saudi Arabia which leaves women’s powerless and always give benefit to the men’s and follow guardian laws which means even if a female complains about anything or give her statement, the judgement will be given based on what her guardian (husband or father) thinks.
Also the condition of women Of Syria and Yemen are discussed. The book is a great step towards the fight to change the conditions of women in middle east and stand against the oppression.
I would urge everyone to read it. Jean Sasson is one of the brilliant authors whose work you should definitely read.