“ I was not always a Muslim, but once I was led into the absorption of prayer and the mysteries of the Qur’an, something troubled in me became still. Camilla Gibb
“ Clench clench these strong teeth in this strong mouth. My mouth. Of my body. In my house. My mouth? Chapped lips swollen and bloody? Dream dreaming wide and thunder? My mouth! My God! This is me speak… Camilla Gibb
“ How is it that disappointment arrives as soon as what you have desired for so long steps over the threshold? It’s like finding the end of your wedding train dragging behind in the mud. Camilla Gibb
“ If only I could rest for a time in quiet pain and awaken new and willing. He is looking forward and I am inward. Camilla Gibb
“ The smell of home was indistinguishable from the smell of leaving home: each inhalation a mix of familiarity and fear. Camilla Gibb
