In the mid 90s, Elizabeth Booth is a young British college student studying Arabic at Durham University. With some travel and work already under her belt, she excels at her studies and is sent to Damascus to immerse herself in the language. Taken aback by the generosity and kindness of the people there, she easy slips into a life in the ancient city. She has friends, her studies, and even a handsome boyfriend. But things aren’t always what they seem. Soon, in a world where mistrust and disloyalty are commonplace, Elizabeth finds herself navigating a web of lies, betrayals, and even murder involving MI6, deadly terrorist factions, and the shadowy Syrian secret police.
Gazelle in the Shadows by Michelle Peach
Author: Michelle Peach
Pages: 327
Publishing Date: April 26th, 2018
MY THOUGHTS
I received a paperback from the author in exchange for an honest review.
The story is set in 90’s. Elizabeth Booth is a student who has been an average student for all of the life found a subject of her interest and she is totally committed to it. For further studying and proving herself in front of her parents, she goes to Syria, where her life changed completely and suddenly.
I liked the story but the major drawback was the pace I believe If it was 70-80 pages short It would be more intriguing. The story was also predictable but I like the details the author provided, the world setting was beautiful.
For a diplomate, Elizabeth was a bit stupid, but she learnt with time. I also liked her relationship with her parents.
I was confused about the meaning of the name of the book but till the end I got it, It was clever
Overall I enjoyed the book it was different from what I read.
