A young adult novel about conflicts and migration, family relationships and a boy fighting for survival. 14-year old Alem is half Ethiopian and half Eritrean. Because his parents countries are at war with each other, his only way to safety leads him to Europe. In London he struggles to be officially recognised as a refugee to stay in England permanently. His application for asylum is rejected multiple times but fortunately, thousands of people have become aware of his situation and sign a petition.

Novel · United Kingdom · 2001