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The Road from Raqqa: A Story of Brotherhood, Borders, and Belonging by Jordan Ritter Conn
4.0
THE ROAD FROM RAQQA is a biography of two brothers from Raqqa, the town in Syria that would later become the capital for ISIS. As teenagers, both brothers dream of becoming lawyers to improve their home country. Riyad moves to America hoping to study the country's government and law and bring its practices to Syria but becomes increasingly concerned with the news he's hearing of his hometown.
Bashar stays in Syria and becomes an expert on government law. He is up for a judgeship when civil war turns its eyes on Raqqa. Conflicted on whether to stay or to leave, Basha is forced to make decisions that will change the path of his family forever.
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Wow, this book really struck a chord with me. I have never read a true account of an immigration or refugee story, and it was eye opening; especially Riyad's account of life after 9/11, and his experience back in Raqqa with Bashar. There were acts of generosity in this book that made me cry, and acts so inhumane that I wanted to throw the book across the room. A heartfelt book that explores the meaning of home and gives previously unseen insight into the life of an immigrant and a refugee. We need more eyes on this book telling previously unheard accounts of real life suruvial and bravery! 4 out of 5 stars
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Thank you Random House Publishing Group, Ballantine Books, and NetGalley for reaching out about this book. I was given this book in return for an honest review.
Bashar stays in Syria and becomes an expert on government law. He is up for a judgeship when civil war turns its eyes on Raqqa. Conflicted on whether to stay or to leave, Basha is forced to make decisions that will change the path of his family forever.
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Wow, this book really struck a chord with me. I have never read a true account of an immigration or refugee story, and it was eye opening; especially Riyad's account of life after 9/11, and his experience back in Raqqa with Bashar. There were acts of generosity in this book that made me cry, and acts so inhumane that I wanted to throw the book across the room. A heartfelt book that explores the meaning of home and gives previously unseen insight into the life of an immigrant and a refugee. We need more eyes on this book telling previously unheard accounts of real life suruvial and bravery! 4 out of 5 stars
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Thank you Random House Publishing Group, Ballantine Books, and NetGalley for reaching out about this book. I was given this book in return for an honest review.