Muzoon grew up in Syria: playing soccer with her siblings and cousins, cooking with her aunt, and watching cartoons. But then war came to her country, much too close for comfort and her family was forced to flee. They left some of her beloved family behind, including her aunt and grandmother. They ended up in refugee camps which were crowded and disorganized. There was little to do and a lack of educational opportunities. Muzoon became an advocate for education for herself and others, even meeting and working with Malala.

Give this memoir to those looking for books like Malala or doing more research on education rights for girls, etc.

I wrote about this on the Storygraph and on Goodreads and sent links to Twitter, Mastodon, and Facebook. In sum: I'm highly recommending this book to readers of all ages; it's outstanding. https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5582022500

I'm not much of a nonfiction reader, so I didn't expect to enjoy this book as much as I did! It's a quick read and I was invested in the story from page one. It will definitely be a book that I will share with others.

Muzoon begins her story by telling you of the life she had before the war in her country. She describes this lighthearted and cozy hometown in the Dara'a providence and the story progressively details her experience of living through the Arab Spring and the political protests turned violent war zone in Syria. Muzoon recounts her time in two refugee camps, her early work with UNICEF, and finally her (and her family's) relocation to London where she would later become the youngest UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador ever appointed.

A theme throughout the book is education, specifically Muzoon's determination to continue her education and attend university, despite all her obstacles, because she recognized that education held her future. I admire all that she accomplished and hope she is doing well; with her drive, I know her future is bright.

This autobiography is very thought provoking! It is a look into a different culture, it is a reveal of hardships faced by displaced people, and it is an example that determination or a goal can make all the difference in one's life. I really feel this book is something everyone can take heart in. Muzoon is an inspiration not just for what she does but for what she encourages all to do.

A truly life-changing book. Anyone who is curious about what it is like to be a refugee, absolutely should read this book. I think this should be required reading for high school (or even upper middle school) or honestly anyone. Muzoon has captured a piece of history that many of us may not even know about. She lets us know the importance of family, friends, and a right to education for all. Absolutely inspiring.