A review by graywild
As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh

challenging dark emotional sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Even though this is over 400 pages I read in one day.  Powerful story of Salama who is living in Syria.  She works at a hospital as a doctor even though she only had a few years of pharmacy school. Difficult to read as the dictator of Syria was oppressing parts of the country and arresting anyone who protested.  Salama has PTSD (as many do) and complicates her life and decision making.  Very well written.  Highly recommend.