genre: middle grade graphic novelAmina has led a solid, comfortable and happy life in Syria - until rebel groups begin trying to overthrow the Syrian Goverment and Amina's neighborhood becomes a literal war zone. Fleeing for their lives to Lebanon, Amina's family ends up in a refugee camp, making heart-breaking decisions - Amina has to grow up quickly as the world around her constantly shifts and reminds her there she no longer belongs anywhere.
This book made me cry. Based solidly on fact, this fictional account brings into great detail the sorts of experiences that thousands upon thousands of families had to make. The illustrated panels and sparse text allow us as readers to really feel the depth of the sorrow and confusion. Truly, I wished for Amina's story to have a happy ending.
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