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Rafqa Touma Revives Reading with Local Book Discoveries

12/31/2025

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Rafqa Touma in Sydney seeks to break a reading slump by exploring recommendations from local booksellers.
One suggestion is The True True Story of Raja the Gullible (and His Mother) by Rabih Alameddine, portraying Lebanon through family ties.
Rafqa reads A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini, depicting the struggles of women in Afghanistan.
Shoko’s Smile, a collection of stories about complex relationships, enriches her experience and strengthens ties.

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Story summary

Rafqa Touma in Sydney seeks to break a reading slump by exploring recommendations from local booksellers.
One suggestion is The True True Story of Raja the Gullible (and His Mother) by Rabih Alameddine, portraying Lebanon through family ties.
Rafqa reads A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini, depicting the struggles of women in Afghanistan.
Shoko’s Smile, a collection of stories about complex relationships, enriches her experience and strengthens ties.