Two university students, David and Yasmeen, are transported from their
reality which is life amidst the insecurities and violence of the
Israeli/Palestinian Conflict to what is tantamount to a fantasy world in
France. Yasmeen, an intelligent, shy, beautiful, Palestinian woman and
David, a bright, passionate, Israeli man with a quick sense of humor and
an easygoing manner find themselves far from home adjusting slowly to
their new surroundings. Each is endeavoring to overcome personal sadness
caused directly by the violence in the Middle East. They
meet and are immediately attracted to one another, but their different
backgrounds and prejudices keep them apart. That is until fate takes a
hand in their futures. Finding themselves in grave danger, they must
learn to trust each other, cooperate, and let go of the stereotypes they
have been taught to believe - if they are going to survive. Can their
relationship, which develops so far from home and under such dire
circumstances, stand the test of time?
About the Author
Joan Katen is a leading expert on Middle Eastern Politics and a
distinguished Adjunct Professor at Pace University. Ms. Katen was
graduated Magna Cum Laude from Hunter College in New York City where she
was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. She received her master's degree and
completed her Ph.D. course work in political science at Columbia
University.
