AN ABUNDANCE OF WILD ROSES by Feryal Ali-GauharIn An Abundance of Wild Roses, Feryal Ali Gauhar weaves a rich tapestry of literary fiction set against the backdrop of the Black Mountains of Pakistan. The story begins with the discovery of an unconscious, unknown man, setting off a chain reaction of turmoil and unrest. As the head of the village grapples with the stranger s presence among other pressing issues, his daughter s love letter causes familial discord. Meanwhile, a prophetic boy foresees