Book Review: I Am Nujood, Age 10 and Divorced

 This book is extremely touching and inspiring, but one must keep in mind that it was written from the story told by a child. That being the case, it is a little simplistic in it's expression, and it offers limited depth. This, however, becomes one of the book's charms, as readers gain the sense that Nujood herself is telling her story over a cup of tea.

None the less, I Am Nujood, Age 10 and Divorced is enjoyable, educational and emotional. The circumstances Nujood faced as a child bride are (sadly) not entirely uncommon in some third-world countries, but her defiant courage in seeking a divorce certainly was.

This is a reaffirming story of hardship, strength, and regained innocence that makes one feel more connected with humanity as a whole. At the end of this short-but-enlightening book, it seems almost as if the whole story was really just relating a single sentence: "No matter how bad they get, circumstances can always be overcome."  If you like exploring life in other parts of the world, or just want a book that is both easy to read and thought-provoking, buy I Am Nujood.  If you are not particularly into current world issues, you may still want to borrow this insightful book from the library.