Author Recounts Harrowing Escape from Kabul

Enakshi Sengupta wrote a book about her escape from Kabul, Afghanistan, when the Taliban took over.

She and five other women had to leave quickly, with only two days to pack and leave their homes.

The book talks about their scary and uncertain journey to safety.

Sengupta wanted to show the strength and courage of Afghan women, who are often seen as powerless but are actually very brave and smart.

She also wanted to share the emotional side of leaving everything behind.

The book is based on real events but includes some made-up parts to tell the story better.

Sengupta's own experiences and her academic background helped her write the book in a factual and detailed way.