The Taliban took over Malala's village when she was ten years old. Because of their rules and beliefs, plus the desire to control everything around them, she was not allowed to go to school, wear certain clothes, listen to music, or anything else that she was once used to. She fought for her right to go to school, get an education and make something for herself. She nearly paid for that determination with her life, when she was shot by the Taliban while riding the bus. She has become an inspirational speaker and an advocate for women and children's rights. I really enjoyed her story and seeing what made her the powerhouse she is now.