Read in July and August 2006.
This is the story of Malika Oufkir. Her childhood was overly privileged as she was adopted by the king of Morocco. There was the troubles with being separated from her family and not being allowed to spend time with her mother.
After turning sixteen, she moved back home with her family. Her father’s relationship with the king soured, and after a failed coup that was organized by her father, Malika was imprisoned with her entire family, including her 3yr old brother.
This imprisonment lasted for twenty years, and considering this occurred during the 1970s, it is even more amazing.
The story moves freely and Malika doesn’t spend too much time dwelling on the horrific events her family endured. She keeps from showing too much contempt from her captors, and talks openly about the internal conflict she dealt with a father-figure as her capture. Overall a very interesting read, and cool.
Read more about it, and buy it from here.
