When the Moon is Low by Nadia Hashimi - 5 *

[Anna]

This was a strong 5 star read for me and I loved every page. When I read and reviewed Nadia Hashimi's debut novel back in 2015, I commented that I was looking forward to reading more of her work in 2016. This fantastic book did not disappoint in any way.

This book is set during Afghanistan's darkest days; a time when no one was safe from Taliban extremism, a time when the rights of women were non-existent, a time when children lost their childhood and when boys had to assume the responsibilities of men overnight.

This deeply moving account of the fictional Fereiba and Saleem will be impressed upon my heart and mind for some time to come. It is thought-provoking and, at times, difficult to read and it challenges us all to consider what it must really be like to walk in the shoes of a refugee.

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[Anita]

Oh, I read The Pearl That Broke Its Shell and really enjoyed it. I didn't know she had a new book out! Sounds like it is just as good, if not better?

[Anna]

Anita wrote: "Oh, I read The Pearl That Broke Its Shell and really enjoyed it. I didn't know she had a new book out! Sounds like it is just as good, if not better?"

Yes, she has written some others too. I want to read them all in good time.

[Karen]

I recommended this book for the May theme (family drama). Yes, this book applies also to the "strong women" theme. Fereiba's strength as a woman and a mother is really impressive. :)