My Dear Kabul

An intimate, courageous chronicle of life as it unfolds under Taliban rule * Observer *Poignant * The Economist *A deeply moving collective memoir – Lyse DoucetIts courage is momentous – Ali SmithA hugely important book. I was willingly swept along; I could not put it down – Bernardine EvaristoA real-time, moving and intimate portrait of a year living under the Taliban, communicated via clandestine WhatsApp messages * Dua Lipa’s Service95 *This book pulls you behind the headlines. From the very first message you’re there with these incredible women, feeling their bravery, their horrors and their hope. This is exactly what books are meant to do – Luan GoldieBrave and compelling. These remarkable women take us into a world we should all know about – Sandi ToksvigThese writings in translation honour the individuality of Afghan women and their voices * Southasia Review of Books *These are urgent whispers from some of the bravest, most articulate women of our times – Mohammed HanifHeartbreaking, harrowing and compelling … this book is a running document of the lives of Afghan women under siege and beyond. My Dear Kabul is the story of female courage and friendship in the face of the most extreme patriarchal clamp-down on female freedom of every kind – Monique RoffeyUrgent and harrowing, full of tension and life – Dina NayeriA powerful, moving and important book showcasing the voices of Afghan women writers, determined to be heard and share their stories of loss, love, rebellion and brilliance. A wonderful read. – Kate Mosse

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