Habibi -- 9780375424144

The pictures in this book were amazing and the cover is beautiful. I loved the emphasis on words and language -- perfect for the subject matter and with the important role that each plays in art and prayer in Middle Eastern culture. It took me a while to discover that the time period is more modern than historical. I had mixed feelings about the ending. I thought it was going to go a different way and then it didn't and I still like my way better. I would explain but don't want to ruin anything for future readers.