Leila : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163774168 : 1163774162 : 10 Sep 2010 : Leila: Or The Island is a novel written by Ann Fraser Tytler. The book is set on an island in the Indian Ocean and follows the story of a young girl named Leila. Leila is the daughter of a wealthy merchant who has been raised in luxury and privilege. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she is kidnapped by pirates and taken to a remote island.On the island, Leila is forced to adapt to a new way of life and learns to survive in a harsh and unforgiving environment. She meets a group of people who have also been stranded on the island and together they form a community. As time passes, Leila begins to fall in love with one of the men on the island, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that they come from very different backgrounds.The novel explores themes of love, survival, and the clash between different cultures. It is a gripping tale of adventure and romance that will keep readers on the edg