Named one of the BBC’s ‘100 Novels that Shaped the World’, this book delves into the profound nature of true love and friendship as stories of unexpected transformation. Ella Rubinstein seems to have it all—a husband, three teenagers, and a comfortable home. Yet, she feels a void within her that was once filled with love.
Everything changes when Ella comes across a manuscript about the 13th-century Sufi poet Rumi and Shams of Tabriz, with forty rules of life and love. Intrigued by the wisdom within, Ella embarks on a journey to meet the enigmatic author. This quest immerses her—and us—in a world of Sufi mysticism and verse, where faith and love are explored in heartrending ways.
Elif Shafak’s novel weaves a mesmerizing tapestry of faith and love, enthralling readers with its enlightening and intelligent portrayal. Set against an exotic backdrop, the story masterfully connects the past and present, defending the power of passion itself. “The Island of Missing Trees,” Elif Shafak’s latest novel, is now available for pre-order.
