A review by aimee_aj
As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Brilliant. Harrowing. Heartbreaking. This is an important book in highlighting the atrocities occurring in Syria and also the plight of refugees. I strongly advise you to check the trigger warnings.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical content, Sexual assault, Torture, Violence, Death of parent, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Child abuse, Death, War, Grief, Medical trauma, Mental illness, Murder, Pedophilia, Blood, Body horror, Emotional abuse, Genocide, Child death, Physical abuse, and Rape