The Beekeeper of Aleppo
Ratings38
Average rating4
A heartbreaking story of Syrian refugees finding their way to the UK.
A deep and profound story that depicts the resilience of humans when they face their darkest hour. Although I have never been in such saddening situations each word hit a note that resonated with me deeply. It has opened my eyes to a world that I'm sheltered from and a world that I would have otherwise not been aware of. I'm thankful for I have a new understanding of the world I live in.
Honestly in some ways I am really unsure what to even say about this book. It was not that great
This book is heartbreaking, moving, and raw. I honestly had no clue what to expect with this book and stopped on multiple occasions to give my heart a rest. The challenges faced by Nuri and Afra grab ahold of you and make you question how war could ever be so prevalent in our world. This book is a dedication to the all the men, women, and children who are Nuri and Afra. If you read this book, plan to shed some tears. It's wonderfully written but so very heartbreaking.
Took .5 star off due to sometimes feeling lost by the jump between past and present in the audiobook. I had to replay parts a few times to understand what was happening.
Nuri and Afra lose their son Sammy, and are chased out of their home in Aleppo. They head west, seeking refuge from the violence brought upon them by the Asad regime. What a heartbreaking story of love, love lost, and love found. Such humanity.