Experience As Long As the Lemon Trees Grow, a powerful and heart-wrenching debut novel by Zoulfa Katouh, published by Bloomsbury. Set against the backdrop of the Syrian revolution, this unforgettable story follows Salama, a young pharmacy student turned volunteer at a hospital, who must navigate impossible choices in a world turned upside down.
Haunted by trauma and torn between survival and loyalty, Salama’s inner conflict is brought vividly to life through lyrical prose and Katouh’s striking emotional depth. When love unexpectedly blooms amidst chaos, Salama is faced with the question: how do you hold onto hope when everything is falling apart?
This poignant novel seamlessly blends the intensity of war with the tenderness of first love, crafting a narrative that is both timely and timeless. A must-read for fans of contemporary YA, political fiction, and stories of resilience in the face of unthinkable odds.
📌 Product Details:
Book Name: As Long As the Lemon Trees Grow
Author: Zoulfa Katouh
Publisher: Bloomsbury
ISBN: 9781526648549
Primary Category: Young Adult Fiction / Contemporary / War & Social Issues
✨ Why You Should Read This Book:
✔ A deeply moving portrayal of a young woman’s struggle during the Syrian revolution
✔ Explores themes of trauma, resistance, love, and hope with stunning clarity
✔ Features a strong, emotionally complex female protagonist
✔ Written with poetic beauty and raw emotional honesty
✔ Essential reading for anyone interested in global stories of courage and humanity
💡 Order your copy today from Bookends and discover a story that dares to find love and light even in the darkest of times.
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