“I found this book fascinating and I was thrilled to read parts of my own life so eloquently presented, a rare occurrence indeed! However, I couldn't help wince at many passages that were personally familiar to me, which in turn have diminished Ayaan's credibility in my eyes. I found her "Caged Virgin" so infuriating that I haven't been able to go past the first chapter. As I fight to finish "Nomad", I feel the desperate need to discuss Ayaan's work and views unable to simply dismiss them or sweep them under the carpet. Reflecting and subsequently writing down my thoughts haven't helped me verbalize what has been nagging me about her and I am seriously in awe by the support that she has been getting from the likes of Hitchens and even Dawkins who in the recent TAMLondon said 'It could be that we need Christianity to guard us from Islam, which is far far more evil'. I realize this is a super long shot but I would love to hear from you if you originate or have a good understanding of the Horn, are an atheist (or at least agnostic), science literate, rather well versed in world (political & religious/philosophical) history and with some basic knowledge of the humanities and social sciences. Alternatively, I'd be grateful to anyone who could help me organize my ideas by offering their time for a lively discussion.”
“I really enjoyed this book. I especially found it interesting that she was promoting to reduce some of the benefits that helped her so much. The discussions about immigration and integration were very interesting.”
“I loved the book and am looking forward to discussing it this evening with my book group; however, like another reader, I am puzzled that she works for the conservative American Enterprise Institute.”
“i'm proud of her because of the heroic sense the book implicated.to come forward with truth about the whole shotcomings of a big religion like islam gave me to really think about what really is happenning out there in the world. have grown to be a big fan.”
“Indidel is a very exciting book of suffering, courage, determination, politics, and freedom. Perhaps, a big number of ladies in similar cultures are going through extreneous difficulties. Ayaan Hirsi Ali had the opportunity to tell her's to the world and make a difference. ”
“well, the author herself has admitted after the revealations made about her life by media that she had lied deliberately to get the asylum in holland and subsequent residentship in holland, so how can i read the book of someone who was forced to admit her lies only when it was revealed by media........? ”
“WOW! What a woman!”
“I have just started reading this. So far, it's pretty gripping.”
