--- product_id: 164469292 title: "The Little Stepmother-A Novel Paperback – August 11, 2015" brand: "lubna jahangiri" price: "€ 40.43" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Books" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/164469292-the-little-stepmother-a-novel-paperback-august-11-2015 store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # The Little Stepmother-A Novel Paperback – August 11, 2015 **Brand:** lubna jahangiri **Price:** € 40.43 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Little Stepmother-A Novel Paperback – August 11, 2015 by lubna jahangiri - **How much does it cost?** € 40.43 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/164469292-the-little-stepmother-a-novel-paperback-august-11-2015) ## Best For - lubna jahangiri enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted lubna jahangiri brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description ## Images ![The Little Stepmother-A Novel Paperback – August 11, 2015 - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41rFm1uou%2BL.jpg) ![The Little Stepmother-A Novel Paperback – August 11, 2015 - Image 2](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51q1-nJ6RFL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Engrossing Story about Childhood Arranged Marriage *by S***O on April 23, 2016* Though its topic is disheartening, The Little Stepmother is an engrossing and ultimately uplifting story. Lubna Jahangiri does not shy away from the sad fact that young Middle Eastern girls are often married to much older men before they are old enough to give meaningful consent, or that women are silenced and threatened with the loss of their children and financial security—or worse—if they dare file for divorce.Jameela is one such woman. Married against her will at the age of twelve, she assumes second-class status as a second wife to middle-aged Abdul. She is forced to fend off his strident and jealous first wife and their children. Theirs is a chaotic and stifling household that slowly but steadily chips away at Jameela’s sense of self. The one bright spot in her life it that, unlike her mother before her (who was likewise married off at a too-young age), a condition of Jameela’s marriage was that Abdul pay for her education. This opened her mind and heart to the possibilities of life beyond the four walls that literally imprisoned her. Although her schooling provided a temporary respite from an otherwise insufferable life, Jameela “hits bottom” enough times to leave the reader wondering whether she will pick herself up or eventually go off the deep end.The Little Stepmother is not without its flaws, but they did not detract significantly from the overall story. This is a solid, very readable first novel that tackles an important subject matter with sensitivity and artistry. Too few Middle Eastern women are willing to advocate for women’s education and independence, and Lubna Jahangiri is to be commended for exposing the shameful practice of forced marriage. I understand the novel is loosely based on a true story, which makes it a must-read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is a debut novel for the author and I ... *by N***I on December 14, 2017* This is a debut novel for the author and I commend her! The descriptions reminded me of my home and the story of both mother and daughter's coming of age is touching. Inspiring to learn of a Pakistani lady becoming her own woman both because of and in spite of her traditional Pakistani background. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A captivating and inspiring story - a joy to read *by M***. on March 6, 2016* I just finished the book- I LOVED it. Wow. So much I could say, but simply- was beautifully captivating, and clean, in a good clear bright way; so refreshing, meaningful, honest, thoughtful and inspiring. I really enjoyed ALL of it, from start to end. There was nothing I didn't like and no part that was dull. And that's hard to do! 💕✨👏👏👏 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/164469292-the-little-stepmother-a-novel-paperback-august-11-2015](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/164469292-the-little-stepmother-a-novel-paperback-august-11-2015) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*