Here is the synopsis of The Almond Tree:
Gifted with a mind that continues to impress the elders in
his village, Ichmad Hamid struggles with the knowledge that he can do nothing
to save his friends and family. Living on occupied land, his entire village
operates in constant fear of losing their homes, jobs, and belongings. But more
importantly, they fear losing each other.
On Ichmad’s twelfth birthday, that fear becomes reality.
With his father imprisoned, his family’s home and possessions confiscated, and
his siblings quickly succumbing to hatred in the face of conflict, Ichmad
begins an inspiring journey using his intellect to save his poor and dying
family. In doing so he reclaims a love for others that was lost through a
childhood rife with violence, and discovers a new hope for the future.
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Oh this one sounds interesting. You don't see a lot of books that deal with the Israeli/Palestinian conflict and Gaza! Thanks for the giveaway :)
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