Escape from Aleppo

Nadia’s family is forced to flee their home in Aleppo, Syria, when the Arab Spring sparks a civil war in this timely coming-of-age novel from award-winning author N.H. Senzai. On Nadia's twelfth birthday, a report of a self-immolated vegetable vendor in Tunis marks the beginning of the Arab Spring. Soon, anti-government protests spread across the Middle East, leading to civil war in Syria. As bombs devastate Aleppo, Nadia and her family embark on a dangerous journey to find safety. This novel not only captures the essence of a significant historical event but also highlights the human impact of the Syrian conflict and the resulting refugee crisis, reflecting the blend of hope and tragedy experienced by those affected.