The heartbreaking novel is narrated by "Destiny" who tells the story of a
family who lives in the war torn Syria. Tareq is surrounded by his big
close knitted family. He is surrounded by people who love and care about
him. Unfortunately, that all changes when a bomb hits his neighborhood
causing his family to suffer a few casualties. Tareq
and his family that survived must leave Syria, if they hope to remain
alive. Their journey to "freedom", is one filled with violence and heartbreak, but also of love and hope. Will Tareq be able to escape with his family?
The
tear provoking novel is so beautifully written that it allowed readers
to be transported to the hellish experience Tareq and his fellow
refugees endured. It is hard to read this novel and not be sympathetic to the plight refugees face, but also hopeful when they manage to make it. For young readers, this book offers the perfect gateway for having conversations about volunteering, being sympathetic to your fellow humans and also not to lose hope when you feel like all the cards are stacked against you. An emotionally charged novel with an interesting concept with part of the narration being told by "Destiny". I look forward to reading other books by the author!
About the author: An
award-winning author and journalist--and a refugee herself--Atia Abawi
captures the hope that spurs people forward against all odds and the
love that makes that hope grow.
**Disclosure - I received a free unedited copy of this book in exchange for an honest opinion**
