Father of Lions tells the tale of the ISIS occupation of Mosul, Iraq, in the 2010s through the perspective of Abu Laith.
This was an incredible novel to read. It was extremely touching and eye-opening. It was full of heart, war, hope and selflessness. There was humor, perseverance and spirit displayed by our main character, Abu Laith. Based on a true story, Father of Lions: The Remarkable True Story of the Mosul Zoo Rescue, has much to teach us about hardships and the reality of a piece of history that led to great and terrible loss.
This story keeps you on your toes through an emotional roller coaster as Abu Laith tries to save his starving animals, all while he is a wanted man. This is a story that will stay with the reader long after the book is done.
This was an incredible novel to read. It was extremely touching and eye-opening. It was full of heart, war, hope and selflessness. There was humor, perseverance and spirit displayed by our main character, Abu Laith. Based on a true story, Father of Lions: The Remarkable True Story of the Mosul Zoo Rescue, has much to teach us about hardships and the reality of a piece of history that led to great and terrible loss.
This story keeps you on your toes through an emotional roller coaster as Abu Laith tries to save his starving animals, all while he is a wanted man. This is a story that will stay with the reader long after the book is done.