blearywitch's review against another edition
5.0
I don't come across books about Pakistan very often. In fact, I don't remember reading anything set completely in Pakistan. This being a true story makes it more intriguing and interesting. Apart from learning more about Malala and her cause, I understood a little bit more of my heritage and culture from my maternal grandfather's side. I wish he was alive so I could discuss further about the things he used to share and ask more questions. This is a great story, simply written, easily absorbed, and identified with.
sallielu's review against another edition
4.0
A captivating and powerful story. I've of course heard of Malala but didn't know much about what happened to her. This traces her experience, but also provides so much context about Pakistan and its political and social environment. What an incredibly brave and good human.
zjessica31's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
4.0
plancour's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
skreads's review against another edition
dark
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
3.5
thuismuis's review against another edition
4.0
I first heard about Malala when the news broke that the Taliban shot a teenage girl. Man, I had no idea this girl could write so well. This book, it covers the background events leading up to the current tumultuous state in Pakistan, as well as the story of Malala's experience growing up in the Swat valley under the constant fear of attack. There's a Cry, the Beloved Country vibe here as well as the larger message of that education should be available to all girls. Very much worth a read.