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“Aneeta is a fantastic storyteller, a charming book with a powerful message – we can all help to end FGM.” Becca Naylor Pro Bono Manager, Reed Smith

“Aneeta Prem’s novel ‘But It’s Not Fair’ had a profound effect on me and the students at our school. Aneeta has an extraordinary gift for taking subjects that are so often left unspoken and easily ignored, and then bringing them into sharp, unforgettable focus. ‘Cut Flowers’ does just the same – presenting the shocking subject […]

“What a beautiful story!!! I found some parts provoked tears to my eyes as I could identify with some of the descriptions as a result of the experiences women have shared with me.

“The mutilation of young girls is a subject difficult to talk about, let alone write about. It’s essential, however, that we do. This excellent book tells us what it is, how it impacts and how it can be stopped. Educating us all is the key to wiping this outrage off the face of the earth […]

“‘Cut Flowers’ and Aneeta Prem’s previous book, ‘But it’s not Fair’, together provide a vital resource for children, young people and professionals on tackling these serious child abuse practices.

“Female genital mutilation is rightly a huge concern, and educating children and young people on how to keep themselves and others safe in the face of the abhorrent practice is essential. We are delighted to have worked with the Freedom Charity to develop ‘Cut Flowers’ and an accompanying PSHE lesson which we hope will be […]