A Story That Didn’t Leave Me the Same I picked up the book, The Forty Rules of Love, expecting something gentle and philosophical. I wasn’t wrong — but I also wasn’t prepared for how deeply it would stay with me. It didn’t hit me all at once. Instead, it settled in slowly, like a thought Read more…
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Elif Shafak, one of the most prominent contemporary authors, was born on October 25, 1971, in Strasbourg, France. Shafak was raised by her diplomat mother in Turkey after her parents’ separation. As a result, her multicultural upbringing exposed her to diverse cultures and ideas, shaping her global perspective. She pursued an academic Read more…
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Elif Shafak is a renowned Turkish-British author known for her captivating storytelling, rich characters, and exploration of diverse themes. Her own multicultural background has been a huge influence on her works. Shafak is known to skillfully tackle topics like identity, freedom of speech, feminism, religion, and social challenges. Aside from books, Shafak Read more…
