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A Dangerous Crossing

Jane Mitchell author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Little Island

Published:23rd Feb '17

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One boy's flight out of Syria. A story of bravery and solidarity in the face of despair, based on the experiences of real Syrian refugees.

One boy's flight out of Syria. Based on the experiences of real Syrian families.

Ghalib doesn’t want to leave his home, but Syria has become too dangerous, and his family has no choice but to flee. Together they start out on a terrible journey that leads them through dark and dangerous places. They come under fire; they are fleeced by illegal border-breakers; they experience the wretched and hopeless life of a refugee camp. And they still have to face the perils of a voyage in a boat that is far from seaworthy.

 

Based on the experiences of real Syrian families, A Dangerous Crossing is a story of bravery and solidarity in the face of despair.

This heartbreaking story depicts the reality of fleeing war, as told by a 13-year-old boy. Not only is her story told with compassion and understanding, it is also a timely and vital read. Deserving of a place on every school reading list.

* Booktrust

  • Short-listed for Children’s Books Ireland Book of the Year Awards 2018
  • Short-listed for Children's Book of the Year - Irish Book Awards 2017

ISBN: 9781910411582

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 14mm

Weight: 250g

224 pages