Press for A Sinner in Mecca

Based on a documentary of the same title, which was selected as a New York Times Critics’ Pick, A Sinner in Mecca unflinchingly showcases parts of the dangerous ideology that governs today’s ISIS and how much it has in common with Saudi Arabia’s sacred doctrine, Wahabi Islam. Sharma gives an intimate look into what went on behind the scenes of making the controversial film, as well as a deeper exploration of the stories among the Hajji pilgrims he encountered. He also reflects on news of havoc around the Muslim world, and hopes, with this book, to significantly change the rhetoric and debate around his religion.

A Sinner in Mecca is simultaneously one man’s personal odyssey as well as a groundbreaking, provocative revelation of a forbidden world.

Gay & Lesbian Review — book review in either the November/December issue our January/February issue

Publishers Weekly — book review; called the book “fascinating”

Foreword Magazine — review to run in the September/October issue

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