Sabahat, a beautiful young Muslim woman, is known in her family for her intelligence, drive, and stubbornness. She believes there is more in store for her life than a good marriage and convinces her parents to let her pursue her education, rare for young Turkish women in the 1920s. But no one - least of all Sabahat herself - expects that in the course of her studies she will fall for a handsome Armenian student named Aram.

After precious moments alone together, their love begins to blossom. Try as she might to simplify her life and move on, Sabahat has no choice but to follow her heart's desire. But Aram is Christian, and neither family approves.

With only hope to guide their way, they defy age-old traditions, cross into dangerous territory, and risk everything to find their way back to each other. One of Turkey's most beloved authors brings us an evocative story of two star-crossed lovers inspired by her own family's history.

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Listening Length	11 hours and 5 minutes
Author	Ayse Kulin, Kenneth Dakan - translator
Narrator	Adriana Sevahn Nichols
Whispersync for Voice	Ready
Audible.com Release Date	June 14, 2016
Publisher	Brilliance Audio
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B01F5ROXJ6
Best Sellers Rank	#259,999 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #608 in 20th Century Historical Romance (Audible Books & Originals) #2,753 in Fiction Sagas #4,626 in Family Life Fiction (Audible Books & Originals)

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Beth Yodis

A book well worth the time to read it!

Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2016

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I enjoyed this book mostly because it was deeper than so many books out there today. The author writes with intelligence and beautiful word and sentence usage. I loved learning about such a fascinating country as Turkey in a time of complete change and turnover of history. My only trouble with this book was the numerous characters to try to remember and keep in order of who they are in relation to the others. Because the names are not typical (in English) it is often difficult to understand at first if the person is even male or female. That frustrated me at first, but I hung in there and was ever so glad I did as it was a book worth reading!

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Dorothy Harvey

A fascinating look at Turkey.

Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2018

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This book gave me an insight into information about Turkey that I didn't already know. Set mainly in the 1920s, a time of change for Turkey. Ayse throughly researches her books, so you know the information she gives is for real. I found it fascinating both from the real aspect and the love interest . I am always sorry when her books end, I want them to go on and on, but all good things must come to an end, and I finish with giving this book my heartiest recommendation. To you readers - read and enjoy and look for more of her books. The Last Train was also one I didn't want to put down.

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Author's Family

Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2018

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The biographical novel of the author’s family, constructed through the tales of different relatives over several decades. Richly descriptive in aspects of culture and history, and the sequel to “Farewell: A Mansion In Occupied Istanbul”, the novel contains many more characters than the first. Either due to the translation, or simply, the stories of the lives and events of many characters, the novel failed to connect as sensitively as did the previous, or as did “The Last Train To Istanbul”. Further, in previous novels, the author allowed the characters to relay the story whereas in “Love in Exile,” the author overwhelmingly relayed the story.

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Kim N.

This is a book to enjoy..

Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2018

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Many books can be read quickly and when "The End" comes, nothing seems to have mattered enough to be remembered.

This book taught me about generations of families who loved each other and cared for each other and most of all respected each other. Love was cherished and tradition was followed happily. Turkey evolved as the years passed and traditions changed the love within the families became stronger as the world around them changed.

I enjoyed this book and from the beginning. I felt that the book was sharing life stories with me and were written with love for each individual who comprised this family.

Thank you for sharing Ayse Kulin. The most beautiful and loved baby her father had ever seen.

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Ms Illini

Another memorable book by Ayse Kulin

Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2017

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This book gives an intriguing look into the author's extended family and the changing face of Turkey. Starting with the fall of the Ottoman Empire and moving through the modernization of the Turkish Republic. The family has a Bosnian branch, Armenian Branch and the Great Grandfather who was Chancellor of the Exchequer for the last grand vizier. The historic changes and how they were met by this resilient family are enlightening and engaging. Ms Kulin's writing always moves the story at fast pace. The Turkish and Bosnian names are a bit demanding, but well worth the effort!

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Lydia L. Jensen

A marvellous historical novel

Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2017

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Enjoyed the book immensely . Such an amazing insight into the constantly transitioning culture of Turkey and the tremendous adjustments of the members of a loving family. It was sometimes difficult to keep track of the character and their relationships within the two families. All the characters were so interesting and we'll developed. I have learned so much about the history of Turkey and it's culture. Wonderful book.

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cricket

Love in a time of change

Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2019

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The meaningful story is filled with names and customs that were unfamiliar to me as a non-Muslim US citizen. It is a window into a world long passed in time, but current in themes of conflict and change. The characters are well developed and their experiences are ones I will mull over now that I have finished it. I am glad I read it. It broadens my world view. What more could a reader ask for.

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LCantu

Good story!

Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2020

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The historical facts behind the novel are interesting and provides a good insight on Turkey ' history. The novel jumps from character to character which makes hard to follow the story.

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J. D. Fitzpatrick

A Turkish family saga.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 10, 2018

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An interesting family saga which highlights the cultural and historical changes following the dissolution of the Ottoman Empire. It is based on fact, the story ending with the birth of the author - so it cannot be classed as auto-biographical. I know very little about Turkey so found the social and religious differences riveting. The translation is excellent. A book worth reading.

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JHJ

Great family saga with interesting factual content

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 24, 2021

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I loved this story. I’d lived for two years in Istanbul back in the early 80s. My love of the country, it’s people and culture has never waned.

Judith Gordon-Nichols

Fascinating book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 12, 2020

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I first became aware of this author when I read "Last Train to Istanbul". A Turkish Cypriot friend then recommended Ayse's other books to me. This one is thought provoking and quite fascinating.

Sam

Good

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 22, 2019

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Good book

Linda M. Davies

Love in exile

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 17, 2016

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A good read

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