A review by withinparagraphs
As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh

dark emotional inspiring sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

it has been a while since i bawl my eyes off reading a book. the first chapter got me frowning, unable to imagine how hard to live under terror and carry a big burden to heal injured people (which lots of them ended up dying). i didn't expect the plot would be so tense and excruciatingly painful. i loved how the writing also emphasized hope despite of the condition. i love love love this book!