Debut novel from this Indian-born American writer and activist for Muslim women. The reason why this remains her only novel is explained in her devastating memoir, "Pieces You'll Never Get Back", which describes the trauma that interrupted her life and her writing. This copy is inscribed and signed by the author: "To Adam: Who is a best man in his mother's heart - always. Samina June 2004". The title page is additionally signed in full by her at the bottom of the page by her printed name. A fine copy in very nearly fine dust jacket, with just a hint of wear to edges. MC