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marpomme's review against another edition
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4.25
rseykora's review against another edition
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5.0
This could be a quick read, but it is too important for that. One needs to pause and reflect on her experience to truly understand.
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almabritta's review against another edition
4.0
”Vi var inte ute efter att bli lyckliga, utan bara efter att kunna överleva, och att vi i så fall skulle kunna göra något meningsfullt med de liv vi så slumpmässigt fått behålla.”
Att läsa sådana här berättelser är inte nödvändigtvis en så trevlig upplevelse. Ondskan som beskrivs gör en nästan illamående. Men då tänker jag att om en överlevare steg för steg tar oss igenom deras trauma, så måste vi våga läsa det, för att inte glömma och för att de döda och sargade inte ska ha blivit det förgäves.
Ett bok om livet parallellt med döden, en bok om så mycket ondska men så mycket godhet på samma gång!
Att läsa sådana här berättelser är inte nödvändigtvis en så trevlig upplevelse. Ondskan som beskrivs gör en nästan illamående. Men då tänker jag att om en överlevare steg för steg tar oss igenom deras trauma, så måste vi våga läsa det, för att inte glömma och för att de döda och sargade inte ska ha blivit det förgäves.
Ett bok om livet parallellt med döden, en bok om så mycket ondska men så mycket godhet på samma gång!
spaces_and_solaces's review against another edition
5.0
This is an incredibly difficult read. Read the review & the book at your peril.
Nadia was born in & raised in Kocho, a small village of farmers and shepherds in Northern Iraq. A member of the Yazidi community she lived a quiet life with her siblings and parents. She had dreams of opening a beauty salon or teaching history. She was around 20 when her life unraveled.
Islamic State Militants massacred the people of her village executing men who would not convert to Muslim and women who were too old to become sex slaves. 6 of her brothers were killed, her mom soon after and Nadia was taken to Mosul and forced into sex trade along with 6700 other girls.
Nadia was repeatedly raped and beaten and burned with cigarettes. She barely survived and managed to escape thanks to an unlocked door where she was held captive. She ran out & then knocked at the door of this one house where the family, especially Omar Abdel Jabar, smuggled her out at the risk of his own life.
Nadia survived. She wrote this book to create awareness of the atrocities faced by her and others like her. She wrote of her culture, the time she was held in captive, how she managed to escape and of the war.
Nadia is now an advocate for UN and this book and her efforts to end the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war and armed conflict led her to win the Nobel Peace Prize in 2018.
But it is not just Nadia’s story. It is a reality for so many women across the globe.
And I fear this reality is going to repeat itself in Afghanistan. There is so much evil in the world and the lengths people go to for power is heartbreaking. Though this is a tough read it is a necessary one. No man is an island, and we all have a responsibility to contribute towards the betterment of all living beings.
Nadia was born in & raised in Kocho, a small village of farmers and shepherds in Northern Iraq. A member of the Yazidi community she lived a quiet life with her siblings and parents. She had dreams of opening a beauty salon or teaching history. She was around 20 when her life unraveled.
Islamic State Militants massacred the people of her village executing men who would not convert to Muslim and women who were too old to become sex slaves. 6 of her brothers were killed, her mom soon after and Nadia was taken to Mosul and forced into sex trade along with 6700 other girls.
Nadia was repeatedly raped and beaten and burned with cigarettes. She barely survived and managed to escape thanks to an unlocked door where she was held captive. She ran out & then knocked at the door of this one house where the family, especially Omar Abdel Jabar, smuggled her out at the risk of his own life.
Nadia survived. She wrote this book to create awareness of the atrocities faced by her and others like her. She wrote of her culture, the time she was held in captive, how she managed to escape and of the war.
Nadia is now an advocate for UN and this book and her efforts to end the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war and armed conflict led her to win the Nobel Peace Prize in 2018.
But it is not just Nadia’s story. It is a reality for so many women across the globe.
And I fear this reality is going to repeat itself in Afghanistan. There is so much evil in the world and the lengths people go to for power is heartbreaking. Though this is a tough read it is a necessary one. No man is an island, and we all have a responsibility to contribute towards the betterment of all living beings.
emwil13's review against another edition
5.0
I truly believe that everyone should have to read books like this, whether in school or as adults. It shows you that decades after the holocaust happened, humanity hasn’t learned from history. What happened to the Yazidis in Iraq and continues to happen to group at the hands of ISIS and other terrorist organizations makes me ashamed to be on this earth. It makes you think deeply about right and wrong, fear, and being complacent. I know that this book and others that I’ve read on the Middle East and regions in the word affected by war, has changed me forever. I highly recommend this book to everyone in the world.
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A Harrowing Tale of Resilience
Nadia Murad's "The Last Girl" is a harrowing yet ultimately inspiring memoir. It weaves together a peaceful past with a brutal present, taking us from Nadia's idyllic childhood in a Yazidi village to the horrors she endured under ISIS captivity.
A Lost Paradise: The Yazidi Culture
The book opens with a glimpse into the Yazidi faith, a unique religion distinct from Islam. We learn about their close-knit community, rich traditions, and reverence for the Peacock Angel, Melek Taus – a figure tragically misinterpreted by ISIS. This sets the stage for the devastation that unfolds when ISIS arrives.
The Crushing Grip of ISIS
The narrative takes a sharp turn as ISIS storms Nadia's village. We witness the brutality firsthand – the separation of families, the senseless killings, and the horror of sexual enslavement. Nadia's family is shattered, with brothers and mother suffering a terrible fate.
A Fight for Survival
Despite the darkness, Nadia emerges as a beacon of resilience. She details the physical and emotional torment of captivity, but also her unwavering spirit. We encounter other Yazidi women who share her suffering, forming a bond of sisterhood amidst the despair. The kindness of a Sunni Muslim family who helps Nadia escape offers a glimmer of hope.
A Call to Action
"The Last Girl" is not just a story of survival; it's a call to action. Nadia's powerful voice exposes the Yazidi genocide and the devastating impact of ISIS ideology. Through her advocacy as a UN Goodwill Ambassador, she fights for justice and ensures the world "never forgets" these atrocities.
A Lasting Impact
The book lingers long after the final page. We remember Nadia's courage, the strength of the Yazidi community, and the importance of speaking out against violence and religious extremism.
"The Last Girl" is a testament to the human spirit's ability to overcome unimaginable hardship. It serves as a reminder of the importance of fighting for what's right and advocating for those who have no voice.
Nadia Murad's "The Last Girl" is a harrowing yet ultimately inspiring memoir. It weaves together a peaceful past with a brutal present, taking us from Nadia's idyllic childhood in a Yazidi village to the horrors she endured under ISIS captivity.
A Lost Paradise: The Yazidi Culture
The book opens with a glimpse into the Yazidi faith, a unique religion distinct from Islam. We learn about their close-knit community, rich traditions, and reverence for the Peacock Angel, Melek Taus – a figure tragically misinterpreted by ISIS. This sets the stage for the devastation that unfolds when ISIS arrives.
The Crushing Grip of ISIS
The narrative takes a sharp turn as ISIS storms Nadia's village. We witness the brutality firsthand – the separation of families, the senseless killings, and the horror of sexual enslavement. Nadia's family is shattered, with brothers and mother suffering a terrible fate.
A Fight for Survival
Despite the darkness, Nadia emerges as a beacon of resilience. She details the physical and emotional torment of captivity, but also her unwavering spirit. We encounter other Yazidi women who share her suffering, forming a bond of sisterhood amidst the despair. The kindness of a Sunni Muslim family who helps Nadia escape offers a glimmer of hope.
A Call to Action
"The Last Girl" is not just a story of survival; it's a call to action. Nadia's powerful voice exposes the Yazidi genocide and the devastating impact of ISIS ideology. Through her advocacy as a UN Goodwill Ambassador, she fights for justice and ensures the world "never forgets" these atrocities.
A Lasting Impact
The book lingers long after the final page. We remember Nadia's courage, the strength of the Yazidi community, and the importance of speaking out against violence and religious extremism.
"The Last Girl" is a testament to the human spirit's ability to overcome unimaginable hardship. It serves as a reminder of the importance of fighting for what's right and advocating for those who have no voice.
madelyn32's review against another edition
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4.25