First published 2018
Khaled Hosseini's "The Battle Within" follows the Akbari family as they flee their home in Kabul amid the chaos of the Soviet-Afghan War. Amidst gunfire and explosions, father Baba Akbari must guide his wife and two young children to safety across the treacherous mountains. Facing hunger, exposure, and the constant threat of Taliban patrols, each family member wrestles with their own fears and doubts. But as they traverse the punishing landscape, their bond is tested and strengthened, leading to a climactic, cathartic conclusion that celebrates the power of family in the face of unimaginable adversity.
Genres: historical-fiction, war, adventure, family-drama
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, survival
Setting: California, San Francisco Bay Area
160 pages · Paperback · 826 Books
Content warnings: violence, war