As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow

This novel is a fictional account of life in war-torn Syria told from the perspective of Salama, a pharmacy student who becomes a volunteer surgeon in a hospital. As the violence escalates around her, Salama struggles with her mental health and a promise she made to her sister. The story explores themes of hope, resilience, and the desire for freedom amidst the chaos of war, and it includes magical elements that represent Salama's inner world and her coping mechanisms.