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"As a sassy young woman used to drinking, blogging and shopping her was through dreary London, the call of a glamorous, tax free lifestyle in sunny Dubai just couldn't go unanswered. Over the course of two years an entire city funded by oil wealth rose from the dust around her as Becky rapidly scaled the career ladder. She became a celebrity editor in a land where sex definitely does not sell and spent most nights in a five-star blur of champagne luxury. Dubai offered everything, but things soon got messy-- not least because a wealthy Arab man made her his mistress" -- p. [4] of cover.
A young woman trades the mundane realities of London for the opulent, yet restrictive, world of Dubai.
Becky Wicks, accustomed to a life of drinking, blogging, and shopping in London, finds herself drawn to the allure of a glamorous, tax-free existence in Dubai. Over two years, she witnesses the city's rapid development while climbing the career ladder to become a celebrity editor. In a place where overt sensuality is not a selling point, she navigates a lifestyle of champagne-fueled luxury, only to find her life complicated when she becomes involved with a wealthy Arab man.
The book offers a personal account of navigating the complexities of life in Dubai as an expatriate. It highlights the stark contrasts between Western freedoms and the cultural norms of the UAE, particularly concerning social interactions and relationships. The narrative likely appeals to readers interested in travel memoirs and cultural observations, providing a glimpse into a high-society lifestyle often perceived as exclusive. The author's direct and often humorous tone aims to make the experiences relatable despite the exotic setting.
Page Count:
304
Publication Date:
2012-01-01
ISBN-10:
1616085894
ISBN-13:
9781616085896
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