Read pages 1-146 of The Forty Rules of Love: A Novel of Rumi and, prior to class, and write 2-3 paragraphs (total) on: 1) your thoughts about the character Shams and what the author may be trying to get across to the reader about Islam, human nature, relationships, etc. (whatever theme you think fits); and 2) What are your initial impressions of Ella? Can you relate to her in any way? (Explain)