The Littlest Hostage

by Lujain Al-Iman, Jean Sasson (Foreword)

When a young mother marries a former diplomat, and travels as a bride to Saudi Arabia, her world and the world of her child is turned upside down. The life she had imagined for herself and family comes to an abrupt end, with the revelation that her new husband is in fact the head of a banned political organisation, in direct conflict with the ruling Al-Saud family. What follows is a true account of political unrest in the Kingdom; arrest, torture, intrigue, and ultimately, heartbreak, set within the everyday existence of family life in Saudi Arabia. The Littlest Hostage is a book that will take you into the world of family life inside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as well as give an insight into the political and human rights abuses suffered by citizens and expats alike.

255 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 25, 2017

Reviews

[Noah Raul · Rating 5 out of 5]

Harrowing, and very sad. No child, or mother should suffer by being ripped apart from each other.

[Ginelle Canlas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Moving story

Stories like these remind me of how blessed I am to have the life I live. I am glad she was able to survive and share her experience.

[Sabah · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an interesting read. I know the author of Don’t be sad, aid al qarni is also in prison for something similar and many others alike which is just unjust. I’m glad the author highlighted her struggles in this book. I’m just saddened that she lost her faith and hope that she find it in the future as it’s a beautiful religion despite how some Muslims act. Islam is all about spirituality, peace, love and justice.