Don't tell me you're afraid by - Giuseppe Catozzella

'Don't tell me you're afraid' by Giuseppe Catozzella portrays the real events about a courageous woman Samia Yusuf Omar, who dreams to be the world class sprinter. This novel also gives a sketch about the challenges of the modern migrants face today. The character Samia is a talented and daring young girl who wishes to run in the Olympics. Ali, her best friend was her couch. Her passion and  determination led her to represent her country in Beijing Olympics. She also made her way to 2012 Games. Mo Farah was her role model. But later Samia faces tough times and worse conditions in Somalia and so she decides to leave her country behind. She then migrates across Africa and the Mediterranean sea alone. 

                                   This is a heart touching story and I highly recommend every individual to read especially those who are interested in stories of athletes. This book teaches us the purpose of our lives and how to deal with difficulties. I started reading this book casually but after few minutes I saw myself getting into the story. The author is successful for letting the emotions of Samia reach out the world as he is using first person narrative which makes it more related to the readers..And through this novel Catozzella makes the world notice Samia and her struggle. Truly, an unforgettable story.

Jubeeta Johnson 

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