Official Review: Operation Olive Tree by Jemil Metti

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Re: Official Review: Operation Olive Tree by Jemil Metti

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Historical fiction that includes a lot, including the darkest elements of humanity. The multiple perspectives offer a broad depiction of an important part of the recent history of the Middle East. Thank you for your great review!
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This sounds like a lovely fiction novel about two characters trying to bring peace to Isreal and Palestine! I love that the author created well-developed characters that shine in this novel. Congrats on the book of the day. Great review.
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This sounds like an exciting premise for a story. I like that the historical element doesn't overpower the story, but simply sets the scene. I am interested in reading about the relationship that forms between Irith and Jamal, and how they will deal with being put in the middle of this conflict. Thanks for the engaging review.
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Though I'm not much into historical fictions, this one seems to have a nice concept of friendship and other facts. Nice review.
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Demonstrating the conflict between Israel and Palestine through the story of the two protagonists is a great way to make the reader feel the actual, personal impact of it. I really enjoyed reading your review. Thank you!
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Thanks for the review. I have not read much of the book. I think I would consider reading this book because the Middle East has an influence on some worldwide conflicts.
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This book addressed critical issues by suggesting choices. The teenagers would be pawns. But then, it is one thing to believe and it is another thing to encourage. It depends on choice, motives, and attitude formation. It is a good read. Being a historical thriller, it will drive home the gospel of tolerance and coexistence. Great review!
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In a world full of violence, any effort gear towards peace is highly applauded. I personally appreciate the fact that in this story, teenagers are at the forefront of the fight for peace. Nice review.
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It does sound interesting and your review us very informative. Thank you for this review.
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This is an awesome action-packed, thrilling historical fiction novel highlighting Israeli-Palestinian conflict in the 1980s, political tension, friendship, music, and unity. The book is free on Kindle Unlimited and has a well-written OnlineBookClub review. Congrats on the BOTD.
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This book is an excellent choice for anyone who enjoys historical fiction, espionage stories, political stories, or anyone who wants to learn more about some of the issues in the Middle East in a more fun and relaxing way than reading news articles or textbooks.
This is me! The issues in the Middle East are so complex that I usually shy away from learning more about them, but this book seems like a great way to do it.
Thank you for your review!
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Post by Sanju Lali »

A nice historical fiction novel "Operation Olive Tree" by Jemil Metti, which features an unique school in Israel, and follows an Israeli teenager, Irith Goldman, and a Palestinian teenager,Jamal Shaheen.  The story appears quite interesting to read.
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I don't know nearly enough about the Palestinian conflict as I should, and I love historical fiction novels. This one sounds like an ideal read for me.
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The book addresses contemporary issues, which are relevant to modern readers. I enjoyed reading your review.✨
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I love historical fiction and it would be good to read about the conflict of Israelis and the Palestinian people. And also individual friendships of two people from opposite sides. Thanks for your review.
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