Hussein and Abdullah: Inside the Jordanian Royal Family
'In a part of the world where journalism is a dangerous buisness, Randa Habib is courageous, considered and influential. By being there to write the stories of Jordan and the region, she has shaped history as much as she has revealed it. In her profession, Habib is a star.' Paul McGeough,author of 'Kill Khalid'  Jordan is an important country because it is part of the Palestine triangle alongside Israel and the Palestinians. Yet it receives only limited media coverage. Randa Habib is a French journalist of Lebanese origins who had headed the office of the Agence France Presse in Jordan since 1987. She enjoyed unparalleled access to the late King Hussein and to his son and heir, Abdullah II. The personal angle works really well and makes this a highly informative source on the recent history of Jordan. Ms Habib's eye for detail and keen sense of drama combine to make The Hashemite Legacy not just a useful record but also a fascinating book to read. Avi Shlaim, author of 'Lion of jordan: The Life of King Hussein in War and Peace'  'Precise and concise - Habib was a privileged witness to much confidential information.' Le Monde