Farishta

”“Farishta,” Patricia McArdle’s first novel, is a compelling and readable book about the challenges faced by soldiers and civilians stationed in Afghanistan-the constant fear of attack; the unforgiving landscape; the hostile and often corrupt warlords; the uncertain loyalties of Afghan colleagues; the efficacy of their mission; and the constant isolation… . But this book is more than a book about one woman and her desire to help Afghans find their own way. It is a well told story of the daily dangers that Angela and her male colleagues face, the trauma that can accompany their work, and the difficulty they have reentering society.” -“The Huffington Post” “Combining the emotional insight of “Three Cups of Tea” with the narrative intensity of a Jason Bourne story, “Farishta” is the gripping story of a female US diplomat living and working in Afghanistan. Met with open hostility not only by the Afghan males, but also within her own all-male mission team, over the courseh“Combining the emotional insight of “Three Cups of Tea” with the narrative intensity of a Jason Bourne story, “Farishta” is the gripping story of a female US diplomat living and working in Afghanistan. Met with open hostility not only by the Afghan males, but also within her own all-male mission team, over the course of her year there, she has to overcomes their antagonism and confront real danger and tragedy.” -Valerie Plame Wilson, author of the “New York Times”-bestselling “Fair Game” ““Farishta” opens a window into the challenging life of a diplomat. Patricia McArdle accurately portrays life in the northern regions of Afghanistan. Her written wealth of knowledge and experiences enhances the reader’s ability to understand and appreciate a complex career and multifaceted culture. “Farishta” is an outstanding read!” -Deborah Rodriguez, author of the “New York Times”-bestselling “Kabul Beauty School” and “A Cup of Friendship”

Patricia McArdle is a retired American diplomat. During her career, she was posted around the world, including northern Afghanistan.

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