{"title":"Lilas Taha","description":"\u003cp\u003eLilas Taha crafts compelling narratives that delve into the complexities of identity and belonging. Her fiction invites readers to explore richly drawn characters navigating the intersections of culture, history, and personal discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a keen eye for detail and emotional insight, Taha's stories offer a thoughtful reflection on contemporary life, blending evocative prose with poignant themes. Expect works that are both intimate and expansive, capturing the human experience in all its nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"waseem-by-lilas-taha-9781648211270","title":"Waseem","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe unforgettable, heartbreaking story of a doomed love and a young man's education in hope.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the crowded streets of a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon, Waseem has learned to navigate life with quiet resilience. Born with a disability that leaves him largely unable to speak or walk, Waseem's world is shaped by the small, intimate details of camp life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor years, Waseem has shared a deep, unspoken bond with Ameena, his best friend and the girl he has silently loved from afar. Ameena, a fierce and compassionate spirit, has always been there for Waseem, supporting him through every challenge. Their friendship is both fuelled and challenged by their secret ambition to travel to Palestine, their beloved but unreachable ancestral home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWaseem\u003c\/em\u003e is in turn a tear-wrenching and hilarious journey of friendship, love, and exile. It explores the intersections of physical and emotional healing, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. Waseem's story is one of determination and transformation—a testament to the power of love and the unbreakable connection to one's roots, no matter how distant they may seem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47608248369388,"sku":"9781648211270","price":57.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9407b89fd540e14f8fd7267c5a721b37.jpg?v=1778201466"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/lilas-taha.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}