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A Land of Permanent Goodbyes
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Book Brief
288
Novel • Fiction
Middle East • 2010s
2018
YA
14+ years
760L
Super Short Summary
A Land of Permanent Goodbyes by Atia Abawi follows Tareq, a teenage refugee from Syria, as he flees to Turkey, Greece, and eventually Germany, seeking safety for himself and his sister Susan after their family is torn apart by a bombing. The story intertwines with that of Alexia, an American student volunteering to assist refugees in Greece. Destiny narrates, connecting Tareq’s journey with broader refugee experiences and emphasizing empathy and the impact of uncontrollable circumstances. The book contains scenes of war, violence, and trauma endured by refugees.
Dark
Emotional
Mysterious
Challenging
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
A Land of Permanent Goodbyes by Atia Abawi is a poignant and timely exploration of the refugee crisis, blending heart-wrenching narratives with hope. Reviewers praise its emotional depth and well-researched depiction of hardships. However, some find the multiple perspectives somewhat disjointed. Overall, it’s applauded for its powerful storytelling and relevance.
Who Should Read A Land of Permanent Goodbyes?
Readers who were moved by Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner and want to explore the human side of the refugee crisis would find Atia Abawi’s A Land of Permanent Goodbyes compelling. This book appeals to those interested in emotional, socially relevant narratives that illuminate the resilience and struggles of displaced peoples.
3,038 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
288
Novel • Fiction
Middle East • 2010s
2018
YA
14+ years
760L
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