The author of the bestsellers Princess, Daughter of Arabia and Desert Royal lived in Saudi Arabia for 12 years, and has now written the story of Mayada, who was imprisoned in Saddam Hussein's torture gaol. Mayada's grandfather fought alongside Lawrence of Arabia and her uncle was Prime Minister for almost 40 years, while her mother was a leading politician. Mayada ... Read morewas arrested in August 1999 and taken to the notorious Baladiyat Prison, where she was falsely accused of printing anti-government literature. She was incarcerated in a cell with 17 other women and was tortured by the guards. I have only seen a part of this remarkable story, but it is clear that it is a powerful piece of work, and a testament to the horrors of Saddam's reign. Another big seller for this author. Show Less