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A review by thebookfetishist
As Long As the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-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? Yes
5.0
Absolutely wow. A novel that is desperately needed in today's time. It perfectly shows the human and emotional side of the nameless Syrian faces you often get shown in media outlets. It is an absolute must read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Genocide, Grief, Mental illness, Murder, War, Physical abuse, Violence, Death of parent, Death, Gore, Medical content, Gun violence, Mass/school shootings, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Medical trauma, Child death, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Sexual harassment and Sexual assault