Sphere The Kabul Beauty School

Absolutely wonderful book,, Deborah does a wonderful job in Afghanistan and is able to tell this in a lovely way, you feel and understand, hopefully the sad life all the females have over there, but also the strength they also have, it is in keeping with her other wonderful books about her coffee shop in Kabul, I think everyone should read these books

I enjoyed reading this story about the opening of a beauty salon and school in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan - quite different to most 21st century accounts of war and post-war in Afghanistan. The author certainly comes across as somebody who doesn't take any prisoners in pursuit of what she believes is right - facing down some of Afghanistan's more questionable people in her attempts to help the women of Afghanistan. I couldn't help feeling that certain elements might have been exaggerated or altered - partly to protect identities, but also to help the dramatic flow - bearing in mind that her second book is a fictionalised version of her life as a coffee shop owner. Even so, it's an interesting read.

Book arrived before scheduled date. In excellent condition, despite being a 'used' copy. The book 'sucks in the reader', making them want more - resulting in a number of late nights, before the bedside light is turned off!

This book is mainly autobiographical and shows the reality of life in Afghanistan. I thoroughly enjoyed it as it gives a real insight to the life of women, men and the government of the country.

Started reading this book when staying at a cottage in Dorset ,never managed to read past first few pages,so pleased I found it on Amazon and the other books that Deborah has written so very happy