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The Map of Salt and Stars by Zeyn Joukhadar is a 2018 novel that parallels the journey of a modern Syrian refugee with a 12th-century historical legend. The story, which won the 2018 Middle East Book Award, explores themes of home, trauma, and resilience through the eyes of protagonist Nour and her historical counterpart, Rawiya. For a comprehensive summary, visit SuperSummary . The Map of Salt and Stars | Book by Zeyn Joukhadar