The White Zone

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The White Zone War has been the backdrop of their lives. Nouri and his cousin Talib have been best friends for as long as they can remember. Though Nouri is a Shiite and Talib is half Sunni, the two never thought about it. Then one day, as groups of Sunnis and Shiites clash in Baghdad, mistrust and suspicion tear the two boys apart. And now, Iraq isnt just at war with America. In a country that is at war with itself, the two boys must battle their own deadly prejudices. Will Talib and Nouri be able to overcome their mutual hatred, and rediscover their friendship? Gold Medalist for 2012 Independent Publisher Awards The White Zone is a part of the Duckbill Not Our War series. The NOW series deals with children growing up in times of conflict-powerless, vulnerable, and yet, against all odds, brave and hopeful of a better future. About the Author: Carolyn Marsden Carolyn Marsden is an award-winning American author who has written for children and adults. Her books for young adults and middle grade readers include Gold-Threaded Dress,Silk Umbrellas, Starfields and My Own Revolution. The White Zone was an honour book for The Society of School Librarians International, a gold medalist for the 2012 Independent Publisher Awards, and was listed as one of the best books for the year by the New York Public Library and the Bank Street College of Education. ISBN:9788192594873