Book Review 13
Name Of The Book : A Ticket To Syria
Author : Shirish Thorat
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishers
Year : 2018
Category : Fiction
Review :
Zahi has lead a perfectly normal life until one day she heads out for a family vacation but finds herself in the conflict-stricken sands of Syria. Unknowingly signed up for Jihad along with her family, Zahi is now the newest recruit of the Islamic State. In a hostile environment with no support and where a single misplaced word could mean death, she is able to make contact with her brother back home. Thus is set in motion a web of deception, courage and tragedy as she attempts to escape. Based on the little known and insidious operations of the Islamic State, this book is a startling account of how the Islamic State has perfected a cross-country operation that converts thousands to a depraved cause. Taken from real life events, this gritty account describes in horrifying detail not only the very real and very elaborate functioning of the Islamic State, but the motivations that operate behind it.
The theme of this book seemed interesting, so I was very excited to read it. The story is set in Maldives and the author has painted a beautiful picture of Maldives. We are able to learn a lot about the historical, geographical, socio-economical and political conditions that exist there. As the story proceeds further, it is spread throughout various countries. The various events and factors that led to the formation of the Islamic State and other terrorist organizations are explained in depth. The book also enlightens the readers about new technological advancements in the area of communication which help the IS as well as the governing bodies and various authorities. It is a suspense thriller and kept me hooked till the last page. The cover of the book is also aptly designed. Overall it was a good read and I really loved the book. I would recommend this book to all.
Rating : 4.3/5
Name Of The Book : A Ticket To Syria
Author : Shirish Thorat
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishers
Year : 2018
Category : Fiction
Review :
Zahi has lead a perfectly normal life until one day she heads out for a family vacation but finds herself in the conflict-stricken sands of Syria. Unknowingly signed up for Jihad along with her family, Zahi is now the newest recruit of the Islamic State. In a hostile environment with no support and where a single misplaced word could mean death, she is able to make contact with her brother back home. Thus is set in motion a web of deception, courage and tragedy as she attempts to escape. Based on the little known and insidious operations of the Islamic State, this book is a startling account of how the Islamic State has perfected a cross-country operation that converts thousands to a depraved cause. Taken from real life events, this gritty account describes in horrifying detail not only the very real and very elaborate functioning of the Islamic State, but the motivations that operate behind it.
The theme of this book seemed interesting, so I was very excited to read it. The story is set in Maldives and the author has painted a beautiful picture of Maldives. We are able to learn a lot about the historical, geographical, socio-economical and political conditions that exist there. As the story proceeds further, it is spread throughout various countries. The various events and factors that led to the formation of the Islamic State and other terrorist organizations are explained in depth. The book also enlightens the readers about new technological advancements in the area of communication which help the IS as well as the governing bodies and various authorities. It is a suspense thriller and kept me hooked till the last page. The cover of the book is also aptly designed. Overall it was a good read and I really loved the book. I would recommend this book to all.
Rating : 4.3/5