“Corasanti has written a phenomenal tale, and she holds the reader’s attention completely; making this book almost impossible to set down.”

“This powerful debut novel by Michelle Cohen is a compelling narrative of how the human spirit can overcome overwhelming odds by transforming what seems to be a hopeless situation into a life that is full of opportunities… Cohen, who grew up in the United States and lived and studied in Israel, weaves a complex narrative […]

“…her powerful prose and compelling characters raises The Almond Tree to the status of epic”

“…Spellbinding… Brilliant… Mind-blowing… Remarkable…”

“Arguably the most important book of the year”

“…brilliant and powerful…a fiction that rings with authenticity and integrity to reveal the wonder of what it really is to be human. If ever peace is to become a reality between Israel and Palestine, it will be because of the influence of books such as this…This…book…will endure and resonate forever in the souls of all […]

“The Almond Tree, intelligent, never over stated and written with love, informs and educates” “The details are so personal, so harrowing, yet so full of hope and triumph over evil, you desperately want it to be real.”

“Beautifully written” “…exhibits an inherent knowledge of life in the Occupied Palestinian Territories and Gaza.” “Corasanti’s elaboration of history and fiction has created a touching narration which ensnares the reader from the first chapter.”

“I predict (The Almond Tree) will become one of the biggest bestsellers of the decade…” “ …an epic drama of the proportions of The Kite Runner, but set in Palestine. A story that grabs you from the first page and makes your heart go out to the Palestinians without pointing fingers at anyone. This novel […]

“Fantastic story, unforgettable characters, and an issue that is still going on this very day.”