Santa Claus in Baghdad

Santa Claus in Baghdad by Elsa Marston

I got this book as my birthday gift, and I finally finished it.

It's a collection of stories from 8 different Arab countries, reflecting the lives of teenagers either torn in war or caught up in economic turmoil.

Having lived in 2 Arab countries and experienced their culture, I really enjoyed reading these short stories. Elsa has portrayed the lives of teenagers in a beautiful way that the reader does not feel sympathy for the characters but astonished by their strength of survival.

3.5/5
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