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lucy_qhuay's review
3.0
These kinds of books always make up an important and instructive read, however and much like a review I read stated, the author presented things with a certain detachment that stopped me from feeling more deeply about the terrible events described.
That being said, I think you would have more to gain than not.
It's a curious and terrible thing to think that while you are sitting in your home with whatever comforts you take for granted, thousands upon thousands of people, from all ages and social backgrounds are going through war, torture, suffering and all kinds of deprivation you might possibly think of.
cmbohn's review
emotional
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
3.75
What a heartbreaking story. Truly an eye opener.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Child death, and Death
chyreads29's review against another edition
5.0
An incredibly important story. This is a great choice for young readers who have read historical fiction pieces like Refugee by Alan Gratz, but it will definitely be a challenge.
bookishpuzzler's review
5.0
I will never forget this book and I believe that everyone should read this. It is heartbreaking, inspirational, and educational.
The following are quotes from a letter from Doaa, the strong and brave woman whose story is told in this book.
“It is only a small glimpse of the hardship and pain that refugees around the world endure. I represent just one voice among the millions who risk their lives every day in order to live a life of dignity.”
“Our only wish is to live in peace. We are not terrorists. We are human beings just like you. We have hearts that feel, yearn, love, and hurt.”
The following are quotes from a letter from Doaa, the strong and brave woman whose story is told in this book.
“It is only a small glimpse of the hardship and pain that refugees around the world endure. I represent just one voice among the millions who risk their lives every day in order to live a life of dignity.”
“Our only wish is to live in peace. We are not terrorists. We are human beings just like you. We have hearts that feel, yearn, love, and hurt.”
mariahroze's review
5.0
I received this book for an honest review. I am so glad I agreed to reading this book, because this story was amazing!! I highly suggest this book to everyone!!!!
This is a true story about a refugees' experiences and life trying to get freedom.
Doaa and her family leave Syria due to all the fighting and go to Egypt. At first Egypt was a great move but then the country became politically unstable and increasingly dangerous. When in Egypt she meets her future fiancé Bassem. Who is former Free Syrian Army fighter and together they decide to leave behind the hardships they face in Egypt behind and flee for Europe. To do this they had to make the dangerous journey across the Mediterranean on overcrowded ships.
Doaa deals with many more difficult situations on the ship and after! Read the book to find out what happens to her life!
This is a true story about a refugees' experiences and life trying to get freedom.
Doaa and her family leave Syria due to all the fighting and go to Egypt. At first Egypt was a great move but then the country became politically unstable and increasingly dangerous. When in Egypt she meets her future fiancé Bassem. Who is former Free Syrian Army fighter and together they decide to leave behind the hardships they face in Egypt behind and flee for Europe. To do this they had to make the dangerous journey across the Mediterranean on overcrowded ships.
Doaa deals with many more difficult situations on the ship and after! Read the book to find out what happens to her life!
zoepagereader's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
slow-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Blood, Gore, Violence, Body horror, Death, Gun violence, Murder, War, and Vomit
pshamburg's review
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
5.0
niickel's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
3.5