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As Long as the Lemon trees grow is the debut novel by Syrian author Zoulfa Katouch published in the year 2022.  " It's the same sky other people see in their countries. But while we watch it here, hiding, not knowing if our next breath is our last, others sleep safely in their beds, bidding the moon a peaceful goodnight " In this detailed As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow book review, I'll share why this novel about Syrian resilience moved me to tears.  • Book Summary • What I Loved • Critiques • Final Thoughts Sometimes we tend to think the world around us, is in chaos when we are struggling in the race of life but we forget that people are struggling for survival, dreaming of being free, and wishing to have a full meal. People who are feeling desolate due to the decreasing number of their family members. The book is about these people who are living in Syria. The book touches your heart by showing you the two different versions of Syria, one versio...

Following the enormous success of The Kite Runner, this novel stands as another masterpiece by Khaled Hosseini. "It's not about the objective satisfaction but about how another person makes you feel wanted in the conversation." 🔍 Jump to Section: • Book Overview • Mariam's Story • Laila's Journey • Key Themes • Final Verdict From his first book, many of us realized that the author always focuses on Afghanistan and the unseen lives of Afghans. The story is divided into four parts, revealing the heart-touching journey of two characters. The book almost serves as a biography of these two main characters and their connection throughout their lives. In our lives, we encounter many people, and some have a significant impact, teaching us important and unforgettable lessons. Even when we are not with them, we remember and cherish the memories in our hearts. This story e...

The kite runner is a debut novel by Afghan-American author Khaled Hosseini published in the year 2003. 🔍 Jump to Section: • Book Summary • What I Loved • Critiques • Final Thoughts The best part about this novel are the characters and the story that holds the curiosity and each chapter contains several emotions, someone can easily relate with all the scenarios that the writer is trying to describe as we all have experienced such emotions in our life. The story revolves around the main character Amir, a sixteen-year-old boy living a luxurious life in Afghanistan with his father, servant Ali and his son Hasan. Hasan is of the same age as Amir and they both grew together and they are good friends. Amir is trying hard to become the best son so that his father will praise him and will feel proud of him. The starting part of the story seems happy and can increase your excitement a bit more ...