The Grasp Of The Sultan (1916) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781104443603 : 1104443600 : 27 Apr 2009 : The Grasp of the Sultan is a historical novel by Demetra Vaka, originally published in 1916. Set in Ottoman Turkey during the early 19th century, the novel follows the story of a young Greek woman named Maroussa who is kidnapped by the Sultan's harem and forced to become a concubine. Maroussa's journey takes her through the exotic and dangerous world of the Ottoman court, where she must navigate the treacherous politics of the harem and the Sultan's courtiers in order to survive.As Maroussa struggles to adapt to her new life, she finds herself drawn to a handsome young soldier named Ali, who becomes her ally and confidant. Together, they embark on a perilous journey to escape the Sultan's grasp and find freedom.The Grasp of the Sultan is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and adventure, set against the backdrop of one of the most fascinating and tumultuous periods in Ottoman history. With