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#MayMoms Day 30: Not just 1 but 2 #Matriarch(s) in this novel with the 2 wives of a successful Sudanese businessman. This is a family saga like no other. The fact that it is inspired by the life of Aboulela‘s uncle Hasan Awad Aboulela, a celebrated Sudanese lyricist and poet, add an even fuller dimension to this unforgettable story. My full review here: https://wp.me/pDlzr-on1 - I am thrilled that Leila Aboulela shared my review in her FB page.

#MayMoms Day 7: There are sort-of #Stepmoms in this novel where main family has two wives (Muslim culture): one is Sudanese the other is Egyptian. Fascinating story. Truly a family saga like no other. Review is forthcoming.

#MayMoms Day 6: This is a #Memorable story based in Sudan, Egypt, and the UK. Beautiful story that is perfect as well for our #DecolonizeBookshelves2022 reading theme.

My PhD student gave me a sampler of Leila Aboulela novels as a gift during my birthday month (March) along with these personalized book bags. I feel so loved. 💕📚💕📚