tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post4372248333253251418..comments2023-11-03T06:20:06.604-05:00Comments on Lesa's Book Critiques: The Dressmaker of Khair Khana by Gayle Tzemach LemmonLesahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12946133849271512083noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-44727740411982255152012-06-13T22:29:14.796-05:002012-06-13T22:29:14.796-05:00t is a story of strength and survival. The telling...t is a story of strength and survival. The telling is very simple, although I got a little lost at times with the multiple siblings and neighbors. It is a story with a lot of hope and highlights the unique strength of women in oppressive regimes. It isn't really a political history, or even a social history. It doesn't claim to be an "average" woman's tale and I would have liked a bit more insight into how other women (esp those with less fortunate families) compared to Kamela's story, but that's probably a different book.Francehttp://dbodygoes.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-56453886172416867002011-04-28T16:57:35.540-05:002011-04-28T16:57:35.540-05:00It was amazing, Kris. I love to let readers know a...It was amazing, Kris. I love to let readers know about books they might not have seen. Thanks!Lesahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12946133849271512083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-66302807049683461632011-04-28T16:26:10.848-05:002011-04-28T16:26:10.848-05:00This sounds like an amazing story and one I would ...This sounds like an amazing story and one I would enjoy. This is the first I've heard of it too, thanks for bringing it to my attention.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17182023445485838169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-44492672603392186672011-04-24T08:46:30.966-05:002011-04-24T08:46:30.966-05:00I agree, Kathy. It is inspirational to see these w...I agree, Kathy. It is inspirational to see these women found a way to succeed. I don't know that I would have had their strength and courage, particularly at that young age.Lesahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12946133849271512083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-74234285799410895152011-04-24T02:12:08.687-05:002011-04-24T02:12:08.687-05:00This is an amazing story of triumph by a young wom...This is an amazing story of triumph by a young woman over awful circumstances -- which are still going on and impacting on so many women.<br /><br />Thanks for the review and the information. <br /><br />It's good to know of women who succeed in these situations. It is inspirational.kathy d.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-56988057162979868642011-04-23T08:19:44.706-05:002011-04-23T08:19:44.706-05:00Actually, Gayle, I talked about "The Dressmak...Actually, Gayle, I talked about "The Dressmaker" way back at the beginning of December when I spoke to the book group at Thunderbird School of Management. They wanted me to suggest international books for them to read this year. They were so pleased to discover Kamila spent time there, and they planned to discuss the book when she could come. But, with a new baby, I don't know if she'll make it. I was hoping to attend that discussion.<br /><br />I was impressed with the book, and one of the other librarians took it. Good luck with it.Lesahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12946133849271512083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-530505215785365992011-04-22T21:11:21.421-05:002011-04-22T21:11:21.421-05:00What a terrific review. Thank you for your thought...What a terrific review. Thank you for your thoughts on this story of family, faith and unsung heroines. Please visit anytime at www.gaylelemmon.com should you have questions. Bringing this story to readers has been such a journey, and I am delighted "The Dressmaker" has champions like you.<br />Very best and thanks,<br />Gayle LemmonGayle Lemmonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-84365959261352607752011-04-17T13:27:40.066-05:002011-04-17T13:27:40.066-05:00Thank you, Inside a Book. I don't know that I ...Thank you, Inside a Book. I don't know that I would have their courage, either. And, I doubt very much if I would have had it at eighteen or nineteen. So many of these women were just young women trying to feed their families. It's an unbelievable story.Lesahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12946133849271512083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-1026875280528723292011-04-17T11:49:46.944-05:002011-04-17T11:49:46.944-05:00I am always so glad that I live in a day and age w...I am always so glad that I live in a day and age when stories like this can get published and read. What fortitude and bravery these young women had. Were I in their shoes I am not sure I would have had the bravery or courage. I so admire those who do!!<br /><br />Thanks for sharing a great recommendation. As always, you are tempting me to add to my ever-growing pile, but this one is going on top!<br /><br />Have a beautiful Sunday!Inside A Bookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16962025550367558251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-39858506999606661652011-04-17T08:37:48.449-05:002011-04-17T08:37:48.449-05:00You're welcome, Ingrid. I think you'd like...You're welcome, Ingrid. I think you'd like this one.Lesahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12946133849271512083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-53030805522330842802011-04-17T08:37:17.638-05:002011-04-17T08:37:17.638-05:00It is a true story, Kathy. You're right. It ma...It is a true story, Kathy. You're right. It makes it all the more interesting.Lesahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12946133849271512083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-49560911102433294302011-04-17T07:48:48.651-05:002011-04-17T07:48:48.651-05:00This sounds like an amazing story. Thanks for brin...This sounds like an amazing story. Thanks for bringing this to my attention, Lesa - yet another addition to the ever growing TBR pile.Ingrid Kinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01874816179648089811noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9995206.post-38707492949918414132011-04-17T07:43:31.768-05:002011-04-17T07:43:31.768-05:00I didn't realize this is a true story. You...I didn't realize this is a true story. You've made me even more anxious to read it.bermudaonionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10726401178972099557noreply@blogger.com