Arranged

This is the story of a Muslim girl living in America. Her parents are arranging her marriage. She’s trying to deal

Life, Arranged: Part Three

by Anonymous

Part Three
Continued from Part Two: Better Luck Next Time

I am terrible. Last night I went through my fathers e-mail account. I like to randomly check what my parents are up to because the search is on for not only me, but my siblings and my cousins. I had noticed that my aunts [...]

Life, Arranged: Better Luck Next Time

by Anonymous

Part Two
Continued from Part One: The Visit

It took us almost an hour to reach their house.
I walked in and had no idea what to expect.
A million thoughts rushed through my mind. Is he cute? What if he’s ugly? What if I like him? What if I don’t? What if he likes [...]

Life, Arranged: The Visit

by Anonymous

Part One

“We’re going to visit your aunt and uncle.”
“Why?”
“Because your Auntie knows lots of boys there for you.”
And the next thing I know, I’m packed into the car and cruising towards the “Land of Many Eligible Men.”
A measly five-hour car ride turned into seven as we were stuck in a traffic jam for about two [...]