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Soufi, mon amour by Elif Shafak

8 reviews

claudiashelf's review against another edition

emotional inspiring reflective relaxing medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

❝ Each and every reader comprehends the Qur’an/ Bible on a different level in tandem with the depth of his understanding. There are 4 levels of insight. The first level is the outer meaning and it is the one that the majority of people are content with. Next is the Batum- the inner level. Third there is the inner of the inner. And the fourth level is so deep it cannot be put into words and is therefore bound to be indescribable. Scholars who focus on the Sharia/ Bible know the outer meaning. Sufis/ Lightworkers know the inner meaning. Saints know the inner of the inner. The fourth level is known by prophets and those closest to God. So don’t judge the way other people connect to God. To each his own way and his own prayer. God does not take us at our word but looks deep into our hearts. It is not the ceremonies or rituals that make a difference, but whether our hearts are sufficiently pure or not. ❞

❝ How we see God is a direct reflection of how we see ourselves; We don't see things as they are, we see them as we are. If God brings to mind mostly fear and blame, it means there is too much fear and blame welled inside us. If we see God as full of love and compassion, so are we.❞

I cannot adequately express how much The Forty Rules of Love means to me. It has touched me deeply and left a profound impression on my heart and mind. The book is truly a masterpiece, and I'm not sure if I have the right words to describe its beauty and depth.

At first glance, one might assume that the book is just another romance novel, but this couldn't be further from the truth. This book is a novel that stands apart from the crowd. It is truly unique and unlike any other novel I have ever read. One of the things that I appreciate most about it is that it tells two parallel stories that eventually intersect, creating a beautiful and intricate tapestry that is both fascinating and fulfilling.

As I read through the pages of the book, I found myself completely engrossed in the two stories. The characters were so well developed and relatable that I felt as though I was living their lives with them. The stories were so well-written and engaging that I couldn't help but turn the pages to see what would happen next.

One of the things that I love most about this book is how it makes me feel. Reading this book is like being wrapped in a warm, comforting blanket on a cold winter's day. It soothes my soul and fills me with a sense of peace and contentment. After I finish reading it, I feel refreshed and rejuvenated, ready to take on whatever challenges come my way.

Last but not least, I highly recommend The Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak to anyone who is looking for a book that is both engaging and thought-provoking. It is a book that will leave you feeling fulfilled and inspired, and one that you will want to read again and again. So, go ahead and get yourself a copy – you won't regret it! I promise.

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salma_175's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging emotional hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

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ljtademy3's review against another edition

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challenging emotional inspiring reflective sad slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book was absolutely beautiful! A book that I would encourage anyone to read and would go back to read for years to come. It is pretty dense and can be confusing at times, but the messages you take away from it come through the narrative very easily. This book is life changing and reminded me of my spirituality and the connectedness of humanity. It invites you to consider being more gracious, compassionate, loving, and to live by your needs while still being considerate of others. Beautiful beautiful book!

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nehariaz's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful informative inspiring mysterious reflective sad slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Having LOVED the Pakistani drama, Alif, I had high hopes. But in this book, Sufism was favoured upon Islam, almost showing that it’s wrong. Shafak’s writing is beautiful & spiritual, how she wove together the 40 rules in the different stories & characters is applaudable. Ella’s POV bordered a soap drama but the latter (infidelity😬) romance made up for it. I wasn’t too interested in her weight gain, cheating husband or intimate emails, and skipped some of her chapters. Shams was an amazing character, but I don’t understand why he turned Kimya down. Desert Rose the Harlot always had the most touching storyline and quotes. Rumi’s transformation from a preacher to poet, a scholar to Sufi, all have inspired me to pick up his poetry. This reflective piece certainly encourages one to embark on their jihad-al nafs, to lose one’s ego and find love.

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sophi_walison's review against another edition

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dark emotional reflective sad tense slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

1.5

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sarahaf712's review against another edition

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challenging slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.5

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lucie437's review against another edition

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emotional mysterious reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

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raelin's review against another edition

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emotional inspiring reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I think this is a book I would love to revisit at some point when I am in a different mood. I read this for book club and my head just wasn’t in a space to absorb the full message.

I enjoyed Rumi/Shams story so much more than the Ella story. I honestly probably could have done without it. Her story felt very brushed over and undeveloped. We heard more about the dishes she made for dinner than what was happening with her relationship with her kids, especially her younger daughter with an ED.

I am interested in reading more from Elif after reading this and watching a couple of interviews with her.

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