Guzin Najim's The Promise

Discover the gripping memoir, 'The Promise' by Guzin Najim, a powerful testament to a mother’s unwavering love and resilience. This poignant true story chronicles Guzin's harrowing escape from war-torn Iraq following the tragic assassination of her husband, Ra'ad Said, an innocent Iraqi diplomat, at the hands of Saddam Hussein's regime. In a gripping narrative filled with heartache, Guzin recounts her desperate flight to freedom in Australia with her two children, honoring her husband’s last wish to protect them. As she navigates the complexities of displacement and survival, Guzin embodies hope and strength against all odds.

'The Promise' explores themes of family, love, and the fierce determination of a mother against a backdrop of political turmoil. This inspiring tale not only sheds light on the challenges faced by refugees but also serves as a reminder of the indomitable spirit of those who strive for a better life. Immerse yourself in Guzin's journey of courage, as she transforms her pain into purpose and embarks on a quest to secure her children’s future in a foreign land. This compelling book is a must-read for anyone interested in true stories of resilience, survival, and the fight for freedom. With 304 pages of heartfelt narrative, 'The Promise' will leave an indelible mark on your heart.

Embrace this incredible journey of hope by grabbing your copy today, and experience the true essence of a mother’s promise.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781863254199
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2004
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 304


Description:
The true story of a mother's courageous flight to freedom in Australia.

'Don't waste time, take your children and get out. Do not come back. Promise me, Guzin. Do not come back.' Those were the last words Ra'ad Said ever spoke to his wife, Guzin. Four days later he was dead, murdered by Saddam Hussein's brutal regime. Ra'ad was an Iraqi diplomat and the love of Guzin's life. Their world had once been the international diplomatic circuit.

But Saddam Hussein's grip on power in Iraq had tightened and Guzin and Ra'ad's world began to change. On the eve of the first Gulf War, Ra'ad had been recalled to Iraq and sent to work at the Foreign Ministry. It was the beginning of a nightmare for Guzin, Ra'ad and their two children. Ra'ad became more and more depressed and incommunicative, until one day two of Saddam's henchmen dragged him from a car and dumped him outside his home. As he lay dying it was then he made Guzin promise she would take their children out of Iraq, never to return.

The Promise is Guzin Najim's story, and traces her seven-year journey to freedom in Australia, as she struggles to honour her dying husband's last wish. It's an unforgettable tale of tragedy, courage and hope, of one woman's fight to save her children and honour the memory of her dead husband.

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