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A review by katie_11
All Else Failed: The Unlikely Volunteers at the Heart of the Migrant Aid Crisis by Dana Sachs
challenging
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.75
Thanks to Footnote Press for the advanced reader copy!
It feels jarring to call this book a triumph when it covers such a harrowing subject, but it is truly brilliant storytelling.
Documenting the story of the migrant aid crisis centred around Greece in 2015, this book weaves the storylines of seven individuals/families together from all corners of the world. It is expansive and impressive in its scope; extensively researched and places both the refugees and volunteers (of which some are both) at the centre of this story. As expected, it is both heart-breaking and inspiring, and the ease of reading is a testament to the quality of the writing. Would recommend to everyone.
It feels jarring to call this book a triumph when it covers such a harrowing subject, but it is truly brilliant storytelling.
Documenting the story of the migrant aid crisis centred around Greece in 2015, this book weaves the storylines of seven individuals/families together from all corners of the world. It is expansive and impressive in its scope; extensively researched and places both the refugees and volunteers (of which some are both) at the centre of this story. As expected, it is both heart-breaking and inspiring, and the ease of reading is a testament to the quality of the writing. Would recommend to everyone.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Trafficking and War
Moderate: Alcoholism, Child death, Death, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Drug use, Mental illness, and Rape