WHAT WOULD THE MEDITERRANEAN SAY LOOKING INTO THE EYES OF THE REFUGEES

What would the Mediterranean say: Looking into the eyes of refugees (English title: Amir’s Blue Elephant) by Melissa Hekkers is a deeply personal and emotional chronicle that bridges fiction with reality. Through the perspective of its heroine, the author vividly depicts stories of people fleeing wars and disasters, seeking safety and a better life in the European Union.

Christine, the main heroine, leaves her own life behind to understand the journey of refugees. Her experience reflects the struggles, hopes, and dreams of those fighting for freedom and dignity, while also shedding light on human nature itself.

The narrative highlights testimonies from Moria in Lesbos and Cyprus, bringing to the forefront one of the most pressing social issues of the 21st century: the refugee crisis. Melissa Hekkers manages to give a voice to those who cannot be heard.