This is a coooool book. It is simply the raison d'etre of Asra Q. Nomani of how she overcomes the trials and ordeals of her life to make sense of the world for future generations of Muslims. All as a single mother. She is searching for the same answers as we are.

You should read it if the following topics interest you;

? Danny Pearle murder
? Hajj pilgrimage pro?s and cons including the pilgrimage to Jerusalem
? Contrasting Muslim women identities, country by country
? Growing up as a Muslim girl in America
? Mosque politics and patriarchy
? Islamic reform movement
? Family expectations
? Stigmatization by fellow Muslims
? Muslim women?s rights within the masjid and bedroom

Almost finished the book and have learned plenty already. Has anyone else started to read this book? I would like some hear some feedback.