Sign-In
Cart
The Syrian Dandelion
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jan 7 2025
Pages: 314
Weight: 0.93
Height: 0.70 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A powerful and moving story that explores the complexities of family, loyalty, and survival amidst the chaos of war. Alhusain's writing is gripping and poignant, offering a rare glimpse into the moral ambiguities of conflict from the perspective of a Syrian doctor. This book will stay with you long after you finish reading it.
- Richard Moriarty, The Sun
Alhusain's powerful debut sheds light on the often-overlooked human stories of the Syrian conflict. Through the eyes of a doctor caught in the crossfire, we witness the devastating impact of war on families and communities. This is a book that demands to be read and discussed.
- Chris Riches, Daily Express
A Story of Love, Loss, and the Struggle for Redemption
As war consumes Syria, Shamil, a doctor living in London, must return to his homeland to ensure his family's safety. Estranged from his wife Laila and son Zain, he finds himself navigating both a fractured family and a country in turmoil. With every step, Shamil is forced to confront his own guilt, the ghosts of his past, and the painful reality of a homeland he barely recognizes.
The Syrian Dandelion is a profound tale of resilience, redemption, and the enduring bonds of love. From London's sterile hospital corridors to the smoldering ruins of Ar-Raqqah, Shamil's journey is one of survival, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of hope.
Author's Note: While this book draws inspiration from real-life occurrences, it remains a work of fiction. All characters, settings, and situations are products of the author's imagination. Any resemblance to actual people is purely coincidental.
Also in
Mystery & Thriller
The Underworld U.S.A. Trilogy, Volume I: American Tabloid, the Cold Six Thousand; Introduction by Thomas Mallon
Ellroy, James
Hardcover
Coffin Road: An Utterly Gripping Crime Thriller from the Author of the China Thrillers
May, Peter
Paperback
Sabine's Notebook: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Continues
Bantock, Nick
Hardcover
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (Movie Tie-In Edition): Book 1 of the Millennium Trilogy
Larsson, Stieg
Paperback
The Golden Mean: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Concludes
Bantock, Nick
Hardcover
Big Little Truths: Reese's Book Club: A Novel: The Sequel to Big Little Lies
Moriarty, Liane
Hardcover
The Pirate Queen: A Novel from the New York Times Bestselling Author of the Frozen River
Lawhon, Ariel
Hardcover