A Hand Full of Stars by Rafik Schami

A Hand Full of Stars

Rafik Schami with Rika Lesser (Translator)

195 pages first pub 1987 (editions)

fiction young adult challenging informative reflective medium-paced

Description

Amid the turmoil of modern Damascus, one teenage boy finds his political voice in a message of rebellion that echoes throughout Syria and as far away as Western Europe.Inspired by his dearest friend, old Uncle Salim, he begins a journal to record ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 124 reviews

Moods

emotional 81%
inspiring 81%
adventurous 63%
hopeful 63%
reflective 54%
funny 45%
informative 27%
lighthearted 27%
challenging 18%
sad 18%
tense 18%
relaxing 9%

Pace

medium 63%
fast 36%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Character: 40%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 20% | N/A: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 11%

Average rating

3.83

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