Infidel Audiobook

" I find the book problematic on several levels. But it really is fascinating. Worth a read, for sure. "

" Absolutely fantastic. Ayaan Hirsi Ali's story is absolutely riveting albeit dense. This book took me far longer than normal to finish; however, it was, without a doubt, time well spent. "

" Captivating story of the author's broken upbringing that forms her into a leader for women. "

" This portrait of a remarkable woman who faced countless atrocities and oppression was both difficult and eye-opening to read. With just a meager education and narrow world view, even Ali came to realize that the way she was raised was neither moral nor ethical. Escaping an arranged marriage to a distant cousin, she fled to Holland, gained refugee status, earned a college degree in political science and was elected to the Dutch parliament where she fought for the rights of Muslim women and immigrants. "

" A good book which was an eye opener to Muslim society and their treatment of women, even in today's world. I enjoyed reading about Ayaan's life in the Netherlands probably because of my own Dutch background. I found the part in Dutch parliament to be a bit draggy but, nonetheless a thought provoking book worth a read. "

" Important that people read and understand how things are in the world, not just where we are from. This was readable, important, and a woman's perspective on women's rights. A "makes you think" book after you are done. "

" this is a life changing book for me, it has changed the way I see certain things in life. I am glad I read it. "

" I know this is a book that I am supposed to like but I just couldnt get into it "

" Very boring. Her life was difficult, without question, but the story was not told well. Her parents really let her down. Very selfish people. "

" Compelling story although there were some sections that were difficult to read simply because they were too graphic. I find that her anti-muslim sentiments are a bit short sighted but understandable in light of her experiences. "

" An 'autobiography' with a thread that didn't always join the writer's thoughts cohesively. The subject matter is totally worth reading to understand that culture. I'm going to listen to this author speak in two weeks. I assume she will have a bodyguard entourage. "

" Inspiring! Changed my whole outlook on muslim women and what they go through, both good and bad. She tells it how it is and has made a huge difference in her community and her faith. She is so smart and set on making a difference. "

" I really enjoyed this book. Taught me a lot about the 'African-Muslim' world. Something I don't know much about. "

" Excellent read.....keeps moving, and very enlightening....;-) "

" Great book, couldn't put it down "

" This is a wonderful book After I finished it my first reaction was: everybody should read it! "

" This was a fascinating story from one woman's point of view of life as an Islamic woman who left the religion and embarked on a mission to free women and children from what she says is faith-sanctioned tyranny and abuse. "

" Very bunch of BS but there are some aspects that made sense. Today Ayaan Hirsi is hated by majority of the muslim world. "

" One of the best books I've ever read. A thorough review is forthcoming. "

" A story of a remarkably strong woman and her journey from Somalia to the Netherlands and to the United States. From Islam to atheism. If only there were more people like her! "

" It started out really good and held my interest regarding a muslin woman's plight growing up. Learned many things I had not known. But it kind of just lost it's appeal towards the end. "

" Repetitive, not particularly well-written but with enough interesting content to keep me reading. "

" Well written account of growing up in Somalia, Kenya, and Saudi Arabia, and the Muslim religion as practiced by different people and in different countries. This woman's courageous story not only inspires, but educates about the realities of the Muslim world." "

" One of the best books ever. It was enlightened and enlightening and the reader learns along with the author in her search for answers about her religion. "

" What an eye opener and an astounding women who survived the odds. It was a definite insight into a different religion and it's just goes to show that we 'westerners' shouldn't take anything for granted. A good read! "

" A pretty life changing book. I need a break from learning about Islam, but this is an important story to read. Ms. Hirsi Ali is an inspiration to women around the world, not just those similarly affected by life as she has been. "

" A hard but unfortunately probably true look at how Islam looks and treats women. "

" Wow. Another take from a Somali muslim woman's experience. Important to read. "