Written by Christy Lefteri
A book for adult readers reviewed by Joseph
The Beekeeper of Aleppo follows the journey of Nuri and his wife Afra as they attempt to
find refuge during the Syrian war. As Nuri struggles to keep both himself and
Afra alive, he also struggles with his own mental decay, Afra’s loss of sight, and
much more. Not only do Nuri and Afra have to travel to safety, but they also
must navigate a path back to each other, as their losses have created a chasm
between them despite their geographical proximity.
This was not my favorite book. Its message of hope resonates strongly, but I do not think it has the most captivating story. Although there are many plot details, they are thinly spread throughout and leave the reader wanting more.
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