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From Here by Luma Mufleh

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oharps_'s review

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hopeful informative inspiring reflective fast-paced

3.75

hampton_reads's review

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hopeful reflective sad fast-paced

4.0

good memoir and well-written from an often buried perspective. this memoir ultimately is mostly about finding home (geographic/physical and social) in a way that i appreciated. also, this is the first time a book has talked about Amman, Jordan that I've read and it made me a little nostalgic for studying/working there, so personal points from that angle, too.

bibliobrandie's review

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5.0

This is an amazing memoir. I listened to the audio version, which was narrated by Mufleh, and her voice was perfect. Once I finished, I immediately started over with the print version. In this young adult memoir, Mufleh recounts her experiences growing up in 1980s Amman, Jordan, while concealing her sexual identity from her friends and family. Mufleh grew up in a privileged environment but was not immune to violence. She was expected to behave according to gender norms. She immigrated to the U.S. to attend university. Although there are some mature moments, young readers will enjoy this story of courage, fighting for one's rights, and a young person's dedication to finding their own voice and identity.The story is a reminder that everyone has the right to live and love as they choose.