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Rukhsana is a spirited young journalist working for the Kabul Daily in Afghanistan. She cares for her ill, widowed mother and her younger brother. Summoned by the Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice, her life changes dramatically when the Taliban announces a cricket tournament to gain international respect. Women are forbidden from playing, and her knowledge of cricket might be her only hope for freedom. Her refusal to marry the sinister minister, Wahidi, puts her at great risk, but she secretly forms a cricket team to fight for her liberty and hope.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
A daring fight for freedom through cricket in Taliban Afghanistan.
Who is this book for?
If you're intrigued by stories of resilience and courage, this novel is a compelling read. It highlights how one woman's love for cricket becomes a symbol of defiance and hope amid oppressive circumstances, inspiring readers with her bravery and determination.
