“A riveting account of the human consequences of the violent 2017 Unite the Right rally . . Gripping . . . A major addition to our understanding of right-wing terrorism.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred) – 24 Hours in Charlottesville: An Oral History of August 12, 2017
“A riveting minute by minute account of a day that shocked the world. Nora Neus reveals new details and insight about what really happened in those 24 hours in Charlottesville in 2017. It is well worth reading.”—Anderson Cooper – 24 Hours in Charlottesville: An Oral History of August 12, 2017
“Nora Neus has given us a grand gift: the definitive inside story of the historic Charlottesville neo-fascist event in August 2017! We have yet to emerge from under its ominous shadows.”—Cornel West, Union Theological Seminary – 24 Hours in Charlottesville: An Oral History of August 12, 2017
“A story of journalism at its most inspiring, its most heartbreaking, its most essential. Muhammad is a reporter who brings hope to a damaged world.” —John Berman, CNN anchor
“A powerful true story that demonstrates the power of one young person determined to change the world. Everyone should read this phenomenal book.” —Victoria Jamieson, coauthor of When Stars Are Scattered
“What an amazing story this is! One family’s struggle for survival in the chaos of Syria, and one boy’s courageous decision to risk his life to tell the story. This graphic memoir is inspiring and exciting, powerful and very poignant. I loved it!” —Anderson Cooper
“Najem, Neus, and Robine put the graphic format to powerful use to depict the devastation of the Assad regime in Syria through the eyes of young Najem…The power of graphic nonfiction is on fully display here. Highly recommended.”—School Library Journal, starred review
“Najem and Neus ground this gripping narrative, told with great immediacy, in the teen’s close-knit family.”—Horn Book, starred review
“Readers will find this a valuable window into the struggle, resistance, and humanity of the Syrian people during this ongoing crisis. Informative, gripping, and humanizing.”—Kirkus Reviews
“With expressive full-color illustrations, a moving and powerful narrative that features moments of loss as well as love, and powerful message about resistance and the capabilities of youth, this memoir stands out, and it does an excellent job of providing middle-grade readers with an illuminating window into the complex ongoing crisis.”—Booklist
“A beautiful book about an incredible boy. In telling Muhammad’s story, Neus simultaneously captures the extraordinary sincerity and courage of so many young Syrians, against the backdrop of a hideous war. Children everywhere should read this inspiring book.” —Clarissa Ward, CNN Chief International Correspondent