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This is the incredible true story of Ferzanna Riley, a Pakistani Muslim who could not be broken, despite an abusive family and their brutal efforts to enslave her. Her violent childhood, during which she was beaten on an almost daily basis, transformed her into a desperate and suicidal teenager, and led her to question the faith and culture she had been born into. After starting a new life in London, a shocking turn of events led Ferzanna and her younger sister to be tricked by their family into going into Pakistan, where they were held captive.
Inspiring and moving, this astonishing story paints a picture of an amazing woman who broke the cycle of abuse and survived against all the odds.
This is the incredible true story of Ferzanna Riley, a Pakistani Muslim who could not be broken, despite an abusive family and their brutal efforts to enslave her. Her violent childhood, during which she was beaten on an almost daily basis, transformed her into a desperate and suicidal teenager, ...
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October 30, 2026
not for me
About the author
Ferzanna Riley was born in Pakistan and brought up in Lancashire. She has studied journalism and has a law degree. Following major heart surgery in 2002, Ferzanna has now become a full time writer, campaigner, broadcaster and speaker. Ferzanna is now a director and international representative of Roshni (Urdu meaning 'light') a charity that highlights abuse in all its forms within the ethnic minority communities.
Ferzanna Riley was born in Pakistan and brought up in Lancashire. She has studied journalism and has a law degree. Following major heart surgery in 2002, Ferzanna has now become a full time writer, campaigner, broadcaster and speaker. Ferzanna is now a director and international representative of...
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