A wonderful story. I say wonderful mainly in reference to the way the ancient story of Rawiya parallels the present-day story of Nour and her family... because Nour’s story is obviously tragic in itself. Although it’s fiction, I think it raises some necessary awareness of the obstacles refugees face in war-ridden countries, especially Syria. It may just be the most beautifully-written descriptive book I’ve ever read. The way Nour’s synesthesia and inner thoughts are blended with the maps and poetry, I mean, truly beautiful. And it’s all told from the perspective of a young adolescent girl... such an interesting perspective. The first few chapters were a bit slow, that’s my only qualm.