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emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
4.25
What a beautiful funny moving creative memoir. Told through the lens of memories of his 10 year old self, Daniel Nayeri is an Iranian refugee living in Oklahoma with his mother and sister. His father remained behind in Iran. The book is intended for a YA audience, as the multiple references to poop will reveal. But the themes are deep and meaningful as Daniel deals with bullying, discrimination, abusive relationships, etc while also receiving beautiful acts of generosity and kindness.
On the surface, the book is a collection of stories, some true and some untrue, about Iranian life and culture, his childhood in Iran (where his name was Khosrou) his journey to America, and his experiences as an immigrant. On a deeper level, Daniel is trying to weave a tapestry of narrative that mimics the oral storytelling history of his homeland.
Highly recommend this one. I recommend that parents read first before giving to a child under 12.
On the surface, the book is a collection of stories, some true and some untrue, about Iranian life and culture, his childhood in Iran (where his name was Khosrou) his journey to America, and his experiences as an immigrant. On a deeper level, Daniel is trying to weave a tapestry of narrative that mimics the oral storytelling history of his homeland.
Highly recommend this one. I recommend that parents read first before giving to a child under 12.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Domestic abuse, Rape, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Excrement, Vomit, and Blood
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