I'm surprised at how much I enjoyed this book. I actually only put it down to sleep because the story was so compelling. As I described the story to a friend, he was surprised I would like it so much. That is because there are descriptions of events that are both frightening and brutal. The author doesn't dwell long on the gory details, but gives you just enough so that you have a sense of both the lavishness and trials of lives of Saudi royal women. The result, although a bit too tidy in places, compels you to read on.

Didn't know if I really wanted to read this but after the first few pages, couldn't put it down. My Western mind couldn't get around some of the things that happened. This is, after all, the 21st century. Fascinating! Will be reading the next book in the series for sure.

Unbelievable story written by a woman who grew up in--and eventually fled--Saudi Arabia. Reads like an adventure novel, except it is real. Could not put it down!

Could not put it down-- read it in one day!. Now I have to read all of Jean's books. Incredibly moving book.

I loved this book! I hate to part with it, but now someone else can enjoy stepping into the veiled and secretive world of this Saudi princess and get a taste of the unbelieveable wealth and the equally unbelieveable constrictions placed upon her and her sisters.

This book was a fascinating look at the life of one girl growing up in Saudi Arabia. She SO wanted things to change for girls and women, who could be stoned or beaten for a small infraction. She hated the way female slaves were abused. It tells of her life as a member or the royal family, not so different from other lowly women of her country. A MUST READ. I couldn't put it down.

Unbelievable true story of what it's like to be a woman in Saudi Arabia. Horrific and fascinating, hard to put down.

This was one of the best books I have ever read. I couldn't put it down.

A horrible and fascinating story. I wonder how typical her story is because the things she talks about in her childhood are terrible. It makes me so glad to live in the US and enjoy the freedoms that I have, especially as a woman. I'm sure you have to be open minded about a book like this because there are good people in Saudi Arabia, it's just that she didn't write about many of them.

Excellent book. Recounts the life experiences of a Saudi Princess in the midst of a culture that does not value women. You'll be glued to this book!

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This gave a very interesting insight into the world of Muslim women. It was very touching.

I LOVED this book, although the story is very sad.

Very well written book.

a well written, incredibly sad story.

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