Bücher von Zoulfa Katouh

As Long As the Lemon Trees Grow is a captivating piece penned by the talented Zoulfa Katouh. Published by Bloomsbury UK in 2023, this book is a delightful addition to any reader's collection. The genre of the book is a well-kept secret, enticing readers to dive in and discover the mystery for themselves. As the title suggests, the story revolves around the symbolism of lemon trees, their growth, and the myriad of life lessons they embody. The narrative is beautifully crafted, with Katouh's unique storytelling ability shining through each page. This book is not just a read; it's an experience that transports you to a world where lemon trees grow, symbolizing hope, resilience, and life's zest. Published in the summer of 2023, it's a testament to Katouh's literary prowess and Bloomsbury UK's dedication to bringing quality literature to readers worldwide.

Salama Kassab was a pharmacy student with a relatively normal life when the cries for freedom began to break out in Syria. Now, she works as a volunteer at a Homs hospital, helping the wounded who walk through its doors daily. Secretly, she is desperate to find a way to get out of her beloved country before her sister-in-law, Layla, gives birth. So desperate that she has manifested a physical embodiment of her fear in the form of her imaginary partner Khawf, who chases her every move to keep her safe. But even with Khawf pressing her to leave, Salama is torn between her loyalty to her country and her conviction to survive. Of course, when she least expects it, she runs into a boy who changes everything.

Die junge Salama lebt inmitten der syrischen Revolution in Homs. Sie hilft im Krankenhaus aus, muss dort aber oft hilflos zusehen, wie Menschen sterben. Während ihr Land zerbricht, sucht sie fieberhaft nach Möglichkeiten, Syrien zu verlassen. Auch um ihre schwangere Schwägerin Layla, die einzige Überlebende ihrer Familie, in Sicherheit zu bringen. Im Krankenhaus lernt Salama den jungen furchtlosen Kenan kennen. Die beiden verlieben sich, doch Kenan will bleiben und mit Internetvideos auf das Leid in seinem Land aufmerksam machen. Salama muss sich entscheiden: zwischen Sicherheit und ihrer großen Liebe. Ausgezeichnet mit dem Salon5-Jugendbuchpreis. Hochtalentierte junge Autorin mit einzigartiger Stimme. Thematisiert das Thema Flucht berührend, schonungslos offen und voller Hoffnung .