Publisher's Synopsis
"When Winds Blow West" is a triumph of storytelling, a novel that captures the devastating reality of modern-day refugees and takes the reader on a heart-wrenching journey through the Syrian Civil War. This powerful tale has been hailed as one of the best books on the subject and is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of the human experience in times of conflict.
Alexander's debut novel is a work of art that deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as the works of Khalid Hosseini and John Steinbeck. The story of Ajar, a young child who is forced to flee his home with his family in the midst of the war, is a testament to the author's masterful storytelling abilities. The book explores the desperate search for asylum, the realities of a broken system, and the constant threat of danger that refugees face every day.
Author's note in the novel provides further context to the story, highlighting the Arab Spring and its descent into chaos, religious fanaticism, and ethnic cleansing. This inspired the author to pay homage to all the families and children who have become pawns in the ongoing conflict and to shed light on the realities of their experiences.
Alexander Tatievsky is a talented and accomplished writer who brings a wealth of personal knowledge and experience to his writing. His passion for exploring the complexities of the human experience shines through in every page of "When Winds Blow West," making it a powerful and unforgettable novel that will stay with readers long after they've finished the book.
"One of the Best Syrian Civil War Books of All Time" - BookAuthority, the leading site for book recommendations"It is a very well crafted, page-turning epic that sweeps through all emotions and speaks to the most major ills of Earth" - Fran Lebowitz Rittman, Editor and Former Literary Agent, Writers House.
"When Winds Blow West is a gritty, no-holds-barred portrayal of refugees' lives relevant to the current times; it is a commendable debut." - Debjani Ghosh, Debjani's Thoughts (book blog)
"It is heart-warming and heart-wrenching, plucking one's emotional strings, the highs and lows. A recommended read!" - Martha Duke Anderson, author of Golden Threads and On the River's Edge
"This is a very moving and thought-provoking story which is one not to miss" - R. J. Krzak, Award-Winning Author
"One of the best pieces I've read so far in the historical fiction genre. Once in a while, we come across books that leave a lifetime impression; for me 'When Winds Blow West' is one of them" - Nakshatra Shah, Bookstagram blogger
