As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow

As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow

As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow follows Salama Kassab, a brave young teenager volunteering at a hospital in Homs, Syria. Amid the chaos of war and military assaults, Salama navigates the dangers of a wounded city while grappling with her fear and loyalty to her country. Haunted by her imagined companion, Khawf, she faces an inner struggle between survival and leaving her home. As she witnesses the unfolding revolution, Salama learns to confront adversity, discover her identity, and embrace courage, resilience, and self-discovery in a world shaped by conflict and humanitarian crises.

This speculative novel is a moving love letter to Syria and its people, capturing the intensity of personal struggle, coming of age, and the fires of hope amid dangerous environments. Fans of The Book Thief and Salt to the Sea will find its YA fiction narrative both gripping and inspiring.

Key Features

• Centers on Salama and her journey through war, survival, and political unrest.
• Explores identity, courage, empathy, and emotional journeys.
• Depicts humanitarian aid, helping the wounded, and personal resilience.
• Highlights family bonds, including her sister-in-law, Layla, and big brother.
• Combines coming of age, young adult fiction, and speculative storytelling.
• Addresses adversity, dangerous environments, and moral dilemmas.
• Written as a love letter to Syria, emphasizing hope, possibility, and freedom.
• Available in paperback and hardcover formats for easy collection.

Price in Pakistan

The price of As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow in Pakistan is PKR 399. Prices may vary across different online platforms due to stock, promotions, or seller policies.

Availability

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