First --a HUGE THANK YOU to Goodreads, as I won this book in a FirstReads Giveaway!
What a powerful story! A story that will grip your heart and never let go--even after you finish reading it. Ichmad and his family have triumphs in knowing what love for family really means, with all they have to endure as Palestinians in Israel from the 1950's to present. As a reader, I am a WASP(is that term used anymore?). I am and have been so far removed from the ageless conflicts in Israel that I was shocked to read the depth of sorrow these families had to endure. Michelle Cohen Corasanti writes an amazing story; sharing perspectives and personal trials of Arabs and Jews. She takes the reader right to the characters' hearts and minds. Her book is not for the faint of heart. Graphic and very sad at times; heartwarming as well. All to get Ichmad's story told. I am grateful for all I learned through this book...and forever changed.
Rating: 5 stars!!!
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