A review by lizmart88
Mornings in Jenin by Susan Abulhawa

challenging dark sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Another riveting and devastating novel by Susan Abulhawa. This one explores life in the refugee camps of Jenin, a real place in Palestine. It follows one woman, Amal, who has two brothers. One brother is raised with her and the other brother is stolen by an Israeli soldier during the attack on their village that forces them into the Jenin refugee camp. It follows her life as she grows up and navigates life in a refugee camp. 

The ending (no spoilers) was devasting. Susan Abulhawa has a way of writing that seems to make even the most devastating scenes beautiful as well. Highly, highly recommend. 
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