‘Poignant, profound and powerful.’

Hillary Rodham Clinton, Former United States Secretary of State and Senator

‘This book is a must-read. It shines a light on the potential of Pakistani women. I am awed and inspired by the sheer range of innovative thought and by the commitment to activism demonstrated by this anthology.’

Malala Yousafzai, Nobel Prize Laureate

‘Combining powerful voices from the multiple arenas, histories and strategies of the women’s struggle in Pakistan, Sherry Rehman has curated an original and enabling resource for everyone working for women’s rights and dignity across the Global South.’

Ahdaf Soueif, Author of Cairo: My City, Our Revolution

‘Like a loudspeaker, this book has amplified the voices of all kinds of women, involved in all kinds of struggles. This book is saying loudly and clearly that Pakistani women, be they rural or urban, economically poor or rich, will not stop thinking, speaking and challenging injustice.’

Kamla Bhasin, Feminist, Poet and Author, Exploring Masculinity

‘Wide-ranging and illuminating, this collection is a necessary read for anyone who wants to understand Pakistan and/or the tug of war between patriarchal oppression and feminist resistance.‘

Kamila Shamsie, Author, Home Fire