The Road to Fez

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Summary: READ THIS BOOK!
Review: I didn't know what to expect when a friend gave me this book but I was completely blown away by Ruth Knafo Setton's beautiful, pasionate writing. THE ROAD TO FEZ tells the story of a forbidden love affair between Gaby and Brit, two desperate, lost souls who need each other more than they realize. What the reader comes to understand, along with the lovers, is that love is a miracle that cannot be judged or limited. Gaby and Brit echo other lovers in the novel, all separated by society's rules. But these two take a chance and find a love they never dreamed of. I couldn't put this book down, and ever since I finished it, I've been dreaming of Gaby and Brit!
I was shocked to learn that this is Ruth Knafo Setton's first novel. She writes with so much power, confidence and urgency. I've never read a book like this one that is so erotic, tragic, funny and magical. I'll be on the lookout for her next book!
You've got a new fan, Ms. Setton!

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Summary: A tale of passion
Review: Ruth Knafo Setton was my literature professor for three years. I literally took whatever class she taught. It didn't matter because I knew that she would transform the subject with her unique blend of passion, intelligence, humor and brilliance. She is the best teacher I have ever had, and it is no exaggeration to say that she has changed my life. I was impatiently waiting for her book to come out, and now that I've read it, I am thrilled to see that she writes with the same passion with which she teaches and relates to people. I think everyone who's ever been fortunate enough to be in one of her classes will agree. She's the best! Read The Road to Fez! It will definitely live in your mind. It's hot, no doubt about it, but even more, it's the kind of book you want to hug to yourself, like a secret joy.

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Summary: the best book I've ever read
Review: This is the kind of book you read as if you're in a dream, and don't want to finish because you know it will be the end of the dream and you don't want to wake up. As soon as I put it down, I wanted to reread it! Then I wished I could enter the world Ruth Knafo Setton created. I felt as if I'd lived in the Morocco of myth and memory that she created, as if I'd taken a voyage through the landscape of the heart. It's the land of passion and desire and wonder, the land we all live in until we enter the grown-up world of walls and barriers and signs that say Keep Out. Every single word in this novel suggests images and themes that are infinite and profound, and yet it's a very short book. Just like a dream, every event leads to mystery and clarity. I wouldn't be surprised if I turn a corner one day and bump into the characters, Brit and Gaby and Suleika. They're definitely alive somewhere!