When Stars Are Scattered
Reader's Review This graphic novel about the struggles of two Muslim boys in one of the largest refugee camps in the world is outstanding on many levels. The illustrations are excellent and ...
Reader’s Review
This graphic novel about the struggles of two Muslim boys in one of the largest refugee camps in the world is outstanding on many levels. The illustrations are excellent and will captivate audiences of all ages (although Omar’s story may be troubling for younger children). The book is able to narrate the difficulties of life in a refugee camp, the sorrow of a young child who lost his mother, and the desperation of people waiting their entire lives for something to change, without feeling overly heavy or upsetting. Instead what shines through is the love and faith of the refugees, and their hope and determination to make the most of a terrible situation. Highly recommended.
To look out for
- Islamic Values: Some of the men in the camp chew khat leaves, a type of drug that helps them ‘forget’ their troubles.
- Language: Kids make fun of a boy with a limp calling him names, they also make fun of Omar’s brother who cannot talk and call him dumb.
- Romance: A 15 year old is not allowed to take her school exams and is married instead. Later in the book she has two children.
