Nadia's Song - Soheir Khashoggi

[amethyst]

I've just bought this on ebay, thought I'd try something a bit different, has anyone read it?

[Michelle]

If you start a new thread about a book, we do ask that you provide a little more information about it, rather than simply asking if anyone has read it.

[amethyst]

Oh sorry!!! This is the description they have put:

 

A powerful story of tragedy and triumph and the forbidden love affair between a wealthy young man who is heir to his father's cotton plantation in Alexandria and a beautiful young servant girl. About the Author Soheir Khashoggi Soheir Khashoggi was born in Alexandria, Egypt. A member of one of Saudi's most prominent families, she has used her influence to highlight the plight of women across the Arab world. She has participated in conferences worldwide and was recently invited to speak at the international Women's World Forum Against Violence, an organization founded by Queen Sofia of Spain. Her acclaimed first novel, Mirage, was published in 1996 and was followed by Nadia's Song in 1999. She has four daughters and although based in Connecticut, is a frequent visitor to London and Cannes.