Meeting Sahar Abdulaziz, author of The Broken Half

Sahar Abdulaziz is the author of four books. Her latest book, The Broken Half tells the story of Zahra, an American Muslim woman whose marriage is anything but peaceful. She must choose whether the stay or leave, neither choice is recommended and both are risky and uncertain. The Sahar Abdulaziz Interview What is one thing that no-one would usually know about you? In the fourth grade, I played the illustrious and complex role of Kitty Carrot, and while I was an excellent carrot, I was secretly broken-hearted. Initially, you see, I had tried out for the starring role of Mrs. Rabbit. But alas, I was turned down. Cast aside. Bounced out. Devastated and mortally wounded I came home in tears. As a result, my acting career has never been the same since, although despite this apparent oversight on the part of the director [actually my 4th-grade teacher] carrots continue to be one of my favorite vegetables. What did the best review you ever had say about you and your work? I am deeply grateful for all the positive reviews I have received for my work. However, this reader’s critical evaluation concisely communicated the subject matter I had set out to expound upon when writing, The Broken Half. “Abdulaziz’ latest book is a realistic, insightful, and sometimes shocking look at the nature of domestic violence. The reader watches the development of the main character’s struggle with her abusive husband as she becomes increasingly isolated and desperate, and the far-reaching cons...
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