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Book Synopsis: Q's mother was stripped naked. A 14-year-old girl held a gun to her head. WITNESS is the true story of a family separated by civil war. When a peaceful childhood in Liberia changed in an instant, 8-year-old Q was thrown into the bloodshed, terror, and violence of the Liberian Civil War. Confronted with massacred villages, child soldiers, constant hunger, and the daily threat of death from rebel forces and government troops, Q and his four siblings eventually made it through the horrors of war through the power, grace, and determination of his mother, Neyor.
This first book in the WITNESS series takes you back to 1991 through Q's reflections and experiences in the Liberian Civil War--from the once sleepy, safe village of Sugar Hill to surviving through destroyed farmland, drug-crazed child soldiers, and body-strewn streets-- all while his mother fights to protect her children.
Ultimately, a confrontation with a ruthless, drug-crazed child tears the family apart and requires that his mother make a devastating choice with far-reaching consequences.
WITNESS will open your eyes to the darkest and most beautiful parts of humanity and make you see that on the other side of evil is good.
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Witness: A Civil War Through the Eyes of a Child is more than just a book. It is a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit and the enduring love of a mother. Through Q's firsthand account, you will be transported back to the war-torn Liberia of 1991, where he and his family faced unimaginable horrors. From massacred villages to child soldiers and constant hunger, Witness offers a heart-wrenching glimpse into the reality of war.
What sets Witness apart from other memoirs is Q's unwavering determination to survive, guided by the love and resilience of his mother, Neyor. Her heroic efforts to protect her children amidst chaos and destruction will leave you in awe. Witness will take you on an emotional rollercoaster, shining a light on both the darkest and most beautiful aspects of humanity.
With Witness, you'll be able to see the world through the eyes of a child caught in the midst of war. Q's reflections and experiences are vividly depicted, drawing you into his world and making you feel every ounce of fear, bravery, and hope. This book will challenge your perception of what it means to be resilient and remind you of the power of love in the face of adversity.
Don't miss the opportunity to experience Witness: A Civil War Through the Eyes of a Child. Visit our website witnessliberia.com and embrace the journey that will open your eyes to the darkest and most beautiful parts of humanity. Join us in supporting children affected by war by visiting savemorekids.org and contributing to their mission today.
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