Women and freethinkers in traditional Muslim communities inherit a double burden. If they want to live in the modern world, they must confront not only the theocrats who dwell in their homes and schools, but also many secular progressives, whose apathy, sanctimony, and hallucinations of “racism” cast a further veil on their suffering. In Unveiled, Yasmine Mohammed responds to that challenge with unprecedented courage, refuting the dangerous notion that criticizing the doctrine of Islam is a form of fanaticism. May your wisdom and courage inspire us.
SAM HARRIS, author of The End of Faith
Yasmine Mohammed is a very brave woman and a shining example for all women who have suffered abuse, whether under the cover of religion or culture. Yasmine's story – which this book tells – is tragic and at the same time persuasive. She endured something no human being should endure. Her story is also a story of tenacity and courage, because “there are no excuses for abuse.”
RAHEEL RAZA, author of Their Jihad, not my Jihad
Too many of us take a long time to realize that the main victims of the unspeakable cruelty that inspires fervent adherence to Islam are the Muslims themselves. Especially women. Yasmine Mohammed's heartbreaking, brave, and beautifully written book brings this reality to us in a way that should change the minds of even the most uninformed defenders of our well-intentioned progressive world.
RICHARD DAWKINS, author of The God Delusion