Graphic Novel Review: Hakim’s Odyssey Book 1

Title: Hakim’s Odyssey: Book 1: From Syria to Turkey

Published By: Graphic Mundi

Written by: Toulme, Fabien

ISBN – 9781637790007

Ages – 12+

Nobody intends to become a refugee, but for some, it can be an unexpected reality. Hakim, a Syrian residing in the capital city of Damascus, learns firsthand how a once peaceful life can be upended in a short amount of time. Hakim owns a prosperous business, and is setting out on his own when his country becomes embroiled in civil war. He loses his business, his freedom, and his way of life when the fighting escalates. In an effort to take care of his family and find work, he makes the difficult decision to leave home in search of better opportunities in other countries. What ensues is an amazing, heartfelt story of one man’s journey to rebuild his life, and go from refugee to citizen in a new country. Hakim’s Odyssey is an interesting and engaging story that describes the refugee experience through wholesome, and sometimes comedic, storytelling.

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James is a library director at the Penn Area Library located in Harrison City, PA. He enjoys reading Young Adult, the latest graphic novel as well as corporate crime non-fiction. When he's not reading, he enjoys spending time with his wife and young son as well as their ill-trained beagle, Sophie, and supporting his favorite soccer club, Arsenal.

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