Gulfem Stories

The series follows the reign of Sultan Süleyman (r. 1520-1566), known in the West as Suleiman the Magnificent. At age 26 Suleiman takes the throne. During his reign he gathers many sons and one daughter. Only one son may take the throne (not necessarily the eldest). During his early reign a concubine called Alexandra (Hurrem) catches his eye and sets his works on fire. Historically Hurrem is one of the most powerful and influential women of the Ottoman dynasty. This is a synopsis of each episode of the award winning show. Please go to watch on YouTube. It will have you captivated, researching history, in awe of the Ottoman Empire, impressed, angry and most of all sleepless nights from watching the show). This is my interpretation. Please comment if I say anything wrong. I will try my best to keep personal opinions of characters at bey. But as you will read on it is difficult not to take sides. I have started the synopsis whilst on episode 115. I will log back and rewatch the show and add the synopsis for the previous episodes Warning the synopsis will hold spoilers. Do not read ahead if you haven't watched the episode and wish to be surprised.

The story of a Beautiful Sultana with a lion heart . Hafsa Sultana, the mother of Suleiman the magnificent had a sister she treasured a lot. But sadly that sister got kidnapped when she turned 15. Hafsa and her family were heartbroken , they tried to find the sister but failed. Years later Hafsa is the mother of the ottoman dynasty, and she receives a latter from her homeland. Her sister is dead..... But she had a daughter. Time for the ottomans to visit Bosnia again. Does the Valide sultana wish to reconnect with her lost niece or is there more to the story ? What is Suleiman planning ? original character. the story may contain some Bosnian or / and Arabic words but there's a dictionary & proper translations given. this story takes place a bit after Sultan Suleiman becomes the ruler. the story may but also may not follow the original part of the series. primary language of story : english.

Kosem Hatun, best friend of Mahidevran Sultana. Kosem was brought to the place to cheer up Mahidevran but to also make Sultan Suleyman forget about the red headed snake Hurrem. Kosem steals the spotlight off Hurrem. She is determined to rid Kosem from the palace forever. Will The Sultan finally see Hurrem's true colors or will she get her wish and get rid of Kosem for good.