Rumi's Daughter

Step into the mystical world of 13th-century Anatolia, where the great poet Rumi opened his home to a young girl from a rural village. Kimya arrived with mystical tendencies and a yearning soul. Under Rumi's tutelage, she blossomed - until she married the enigmatic Shams, Rumi's wild and spiritually consumed companion. Their marriage was passionate, fiery, and ultimately devastating. This is Kimya's story, told with charm, tenderness, and extraordinary wisdom.

A Fresh Perspective on an Ancient Story
Set against the decline of the Byzantine Empire and the Mongol invasions, this novel blends historical fiction with the timeless themes of Rumi's own verse: love, longing, and the soul's journey toward the divine. It offers a perspective rarely explored - the life of Rumi and Shams through the eyes of a young woman, full of simple wonder and the mysterious turning of the heart.

Why This Book Matters
Well-written and thought-provoking, Rumi's Daughter draws comparisons to Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist while adding something fresh and new to what is known about Rumi. It has been praised as "an intriguing, passionate story, beautifully and simply told and full of extraordinary wisdom", and "an exquisite evocation of a young woman's spiritual awakening". For anyone interested in Sufism, mysticism, or the life of Rumi, this is a beautiful little book that speaks to the soul.