'This is an important book. Everyone should read it' - Elizabeth Laird, award-winning author of Welcome to Nowhere 'Wrenching and lyrical' - Samira Ahmed, New York Times bestselling author of Internment 'Hauntingly beautiful ... a must read' - Huda Fahmy, author of Huda F Are You A year ago, before the revolution, Salama watched her brother marry her best friend, Layla, and wondered when her own love story might begin. Now she works at the hospital - helping those she can, closing the eyes of those she can't. Layla and her unborn baby are all Salama has left. Unless you count Khawf. But he's a hallucination; a symptom of the horrors she's seen. Every day he urges Salama to leave. Every day she refuses. Until she crosses paths with Kenan, the boy with the vivid green eyes, who wants to stay and risk his life for everything Syria could be . ******** Have you ever thought how interesting the world that opens wide through the pages of a book is? Reading is not only a routine activity, but also an unlimited adventure in imagination and knowledge. Reading sharpens the mind, opens horizons, and enriches insight. It is the door to the infinite world beyond us. Set a specific time to read every day. From reading before bed to making time in the morning, reading habits can be formed with consistency. Choose books according to your interests and literacy level. Start with a book that suits your reading desires and abilities. Find a quiet, comfortable place to read. Sufficient lights, comfortable chairs, and a little music can create a better reading experience. completion in reading groups or literacy forums. Discuss the books you read and get recommendations from fellow readers. Make notes or a journal about the books you have read. Write down your thoughts, impressions, and lessons learned. Involve the family in reading activities. Read stories to children or invite them to read together. It creates close family bonds through positive activities. Feel free to explore new genres. Sometimes, the best surprises come from books you never imagined you would enjoy. Take advantage of technology by reading digital books or joining an online literacy community. This opens up opportunities to connect with readers from all over the world.