book_line_sinker's review against another edition
5.0
"Desert Flower" by Waris Dirie and Cathleen Miller is an astonishing testament to the resilience of the human spirit. This autobiographical journey chronicles Waris Dirie's odyssey from her nomadic upbringing in the Somali desert to her iconic status as a supermodel and a vocal advocate against female genital mutilation. Her story is a tapestry woven with threads of courage, determination, and unwavering resilience in the face of adversity. Dirie's narrative not only sheds light on the harsh realities of FGM but also celebrates her triumph over it. Her eloquent prose paints vivid landscapes of her life's challenges and victories, creating an emotional connection that resonates deeply with readers. "Desert Flower" stands tall as an inspiring testament to the power of one woman's courage to confront and conquer the darkest of circumstances. This five-star read is a poignant, thought-provoking, and ultimately uplifting tale of strength and survival that leaves an indelible mark on the reader's heart and mind.
jergma's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
3.5
bookstabulous's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.75
theoneana's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
purple_sunglasses_101's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
goda_kazl's review against another edition
5.0
Tai yra antra mano skaitoma biografija. Man tikrai patiko, LABAI patiko. Jos gyvenimas buvo labai įdomus, ypač jos vaikystė. Gana bjauru iš mano pusės sakyti, kad jos vaikystė buvo įdomi, nes iš tiesų ji buvo gana žiauri ir bjauri. Bet tikrai knyga mane apšvietė, suteikia daugiau žinių. Waris tikrai daug ištvėrė, bet daugeliu jos gyvenimo atveju – jai tiesiog sekėsi. Bet tai ką ji daro dabar – verta didžiulės pagarbos. Aš ją labai stipriai gerbiu.