Kiss The Dust

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Thirteen-year-old Tara's life in Kurdistan is upended when her father's involvement in the Kurdish resistance forces the family to flee Iraq. Facing perilous journeys through mountains and refugee camps, Tara confronts the harsh realities of war and displacement. As they seek safety in Iran and beyond, she grapples with the loss of home and the search for belonging in unfamiliar lands.

About the author

Elizabeth Laird is a well-known British author who has written many exciting books for children. She loves to travel and often uses her adventures as inspiration for her stories. One of her most famous books is 'The Garbage King'. Elizabeth enjoys meeting young readers and sharing her love of reading and writing.