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When the Moon is Low by Nadia Hashimi follows the harrowing journey of Fereiba Waziri, an Afghan woman, and her children as they flee Taliban-controlled Afghanistan after the Soviet invasion. Tragically losing her husband, Fereiba escapes with her children through Iran, Turkey, Greece, and eventually to London while enduring great hardships. Her son, Saleem, faces additional challenges when he becomes separated from the family, ultimately striving to reunite with them despite the uncertainties he faces in Italy. Topics include war, murder, and the struggles of undocumented immigrants.