Mahtab and her family are forced to leave their home in Herat and journey secretly through the rocky mountains to Pakistan and then Australia.
Months go by, months of waiting, months of dread.
Will they ever be reunited with their father, will they ever find a home? This novel is based on the true story of one girl's voyage from war to peace.
About the Author: Libby Gleeson is a highly acclaimed writer who has published more than 30 books for children and teenagers, including Cuddle Time, Half a World Away, andThe Great Bear (with Armin Greder), which won the prestigious Bologna Ragazzi in 2000.
She has been shortlisted for the CBC Awards 12 times.
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Allen & Unwin Australia Mahtab's story, paperback/libby gleeson
