At Any Price: How America Betrayed My Kidnapped Daughters for Saudi Oil

by Patricia Roush

Book Overview

Patricia Roush's girls were kidnapped more than 16 years ago and taken by their Saudi father, who they hardly knew, to the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. They were three and seven at the time. At Any Price is the story of her fight to get them back from a father with a documented history of severe mental illnesses and violent tendencies. In the midst of this tragic set of circumstances was a bigger problem-an ongoing, demoralizing struggle with the U.S...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0785263659
• ISBN13: 9780785263654
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.3" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Shame on our government!

As an American who lived in Saudi Arabia for many years, it quickly became clear that the American Embassy would be the last place I would go should I need assistance. In Saudi Arabia, it appeared that our government representatives only cared about the feelings of the Saudi government, and couldn't have cared less about American citizens. This was very troubling to me then, and extremely upsetting to me now. Pat Roush's book reminded me again of the shameful behavior of America's state department. Her case was not a question of a marital dispute or even child custody, it was a case of kidnapping! I am incensed that former Ambassadors end up on the Saudi payroll. Frankly, I believe it should be forbidden for any former American government official to accept jobs or money from the Saudis, or from any other foreign government. Why is this not a criminal offense? I think Pat Roush is remarkable. She has never stopped fighting for her children, against all odds. Her book is very readable, although your heart aches for her, and for her two children who never had the opportunity to grow up with their loving mother.I just wish there was something I could do to right this situation, but only our government can make a difference. Every American should be INCENSED that our own government refuses to help these mothers--actually, the state department works AGAINST these American mothers! I applaud Pat Roush and pray that one day, she'll have her two American daughters and their children back where they belong, in America. And, I hope that every American who has worked on behalf of the Saudis to hurt these mothers, will one day understand the terrible hurt and harm they have caused...

At AnyPrice

Patricia Roush has written a shocking and astounding true story of her daughters' kidnapping by her husband over 17 years ago. She has tenaciously followed the laws of the United State and followed appropriate legal procedure in every attempt to reunite her daughters with her. Crimes in these United States of America are deemed crimes against the state or country therefore it is the responsibility of our legal system to exact justice on behalf of instant victims as well as the controlling authority. The United States of America has miserably failed Patricia Roush and other victims in similar situations. Unlike most nations of the world there is simply no legitimate legal system in Saudi Arabia in which a non-muslim can find justice. Saudi Arabia does not recognize our laws while they take advantage ours laws and freedoms while on our soil. The kidnapping of Alia and Aisha is not a simple civil issue of custody. It is a bonifide case of felony kidnapping of American citizens with arrest warrants outstanding for over 15 years. Saudi Arabia harbors this fugitive while destroying for life the lives of 2 American citizens and their family members here. Thanks to the efforts of Patricia Roush she found one person, Congressman Dan Burton (R-IN), with guts enough to help her expose the unbelieveable corruption in Washington, DC, the pons of the so called Royal Family, and the dehumanizing conditions that exist in the desert kingdom. Regardless of country of origin the dating game can be one of chess. When that seemingly handsome young man smiles at you, lavishes you with money, gifts and promises the planet..think of Patricia, Alia, and Aisha. Know the culture, the laws, and the risk. Love is blind!! In my opinion "At Any Price" should be the subject of intense study and discussion by parents and young adults throughout the free world!

*** A real eye opener, exellent book! ***

We take so much for granted in this country. Once you read this book, you will appreciate the freedom you have, as a woman, in the United States. I highly recommend this book. The book is beautifully written, draws you in, and keeps your attention until the very end. I enjoyed reading about Pat Roush's courage, faith and perseverance throughout the book. The road blocks, the risky steps, all in her quest to free her daughters. It takes a great deal of courage and faith to persist in fighting such an uphill battle when your own Government consistently discourages you from succeeding. Throughout the book, one feels outrage at our own Government and especially our Department of State's position on this case, all because of the "special relationship" the USA has with Saudi Arabia. I commend the author and people like former U.S. Ambassador Raymond Mabus, Ed Ciriello and Congressman Dan Burton for their courage, bravery and all their efforts in trying so hard to bring those girls home, they came so close at times, and yet in the end, the Saudis always manage to get their way, that is up until now. I want to believe those girls will find their way home soon, and I hope to have the pleasure of reading a sequel "Home at last" type of book one day. Keep up the good lobbying work!I highly recommend this book to anyone. To western women who might contemplate marrying a Saudi, be forewarned: if you value your freedom, consider reading this book before saying "I do".To Pat Roush, I say GO FOR IT! Continue your fight for liberating your family and that of others. You are an inspiration to us all.

Powerful!

Once I started reading it, I couldn't put this book down. I was flabbergasted by what this woman has been through. I could never have imagined the kind of uphill battle she has been facing. I knew that people who can't see themselves in a situation are often incapable of finding empathy for others. Her children are living a fate worse then death, but one, unlike death, that is potentially remedied, and the only response she gets to her efforts to save her children is a "what do expect me to do about?" attitude! But I never imagined how callously government officials could betray an American and put oil interestes ahead of her daughter's lives.That is why laws and diplomatic policies must be put in place; you can't rely on the good will of individuals. This book reveals this time and time again. The author was very honest with herself and the reader, revealing the her innermost thoughts and her personal development along her treacherous journey. After reading this book, I have nothing but respect for her and am in awe of her strength and perseverance. I hope one day her daughters will be able to read the book and through it to come to know the depth of their mother's love which they were deprived of.

The public needs to be aware of this story!

Over the years I have heard about Ms. Rouch's story through the media. This book has really opened up my eyes to our own government's betrayal of its citizens. The fact that we are all expendable to U.S. politics is especially illuminated when minor children are kidnapped and held hostage in country that abuses human rights on a regular bases. Ms. Rouch explains in great detail the deceptive measures the U.S. State Department has taken in order to not offend the Saudi government yet at the same time allows hundreds of its own citizens to whither away in foreign lands. Ms. Rouch's compelling story left me angry at our own government's betrayal of the most basic of human rights, the right of a mother to be involved in her children's lives. This book inspired me to want to take action--every U.S. citizen should be aware of this story so they can arm themselves with knowledge. This book also filled my heart with sorrow for all the parents grieving the loss of their children held hostage in foreign lands. But most of all, this book left me with hope. The extraordinary lengths this author has gone to in order to retrieve her daughters shows the strength of the human spirit and the depths one would go to for love.