Vibrantly descriptive and evocative of the waning colonial world in Egypt during the mid-20th century, this debut historical novel by Jasmin Attia is the compelling story of a young Egyptian woman, Laila, who defies the restrictive traditional roles set for women of that time, and instead follows the path inspired by her musician father, a much-beloved oud player, to become a singer and performer In her own right.
After extricating herself from an abusive marriage, Laila struggles to maintain her independence as a singer in Cairo’s chic international nightclubs, and embarks on an affair that puts her in grave danger, forcing her to make a decision that will forever alter the course of her life.
Author: Jasmin Attia
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Schaffner Press
Published: 07/11/2023
Pages: 360
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 8.70h x 6.20w x 1.40d
ISBN: 9781639640201
Language: English
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