A review by literaldecolonisation
The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri

5.0

If there is a book that illustrates the cumbersome physical, mental and emotional journey of a refugee, this is it! I have worked with a lot of refugees and heard a myriad of journeys but never to that extent. I was also in Turkey during the Refugee Crisis of 2016 and now wish I could have offered my help after reading this book. Most importantly, this is a book about love, loss, friendship, family & hope. Nuri & Afra’s journey is one which stays with you forever and offers a perspective (albeit fictional) on the effects of our current political environment. Definitely a must-read book before you die!