In the heart-wrenching memoir “Women Caught in the Crossfire: One Woman’s Quest for Peace in South Sudan,” authors Abuk Jervas Makuac and Susan Lynn Clark take readers on an emotional journey through the harrowing experiences of a woman and her young child caught amidst the chaos of civil war in South Sudan.
Set against the backdrop of the brutal struggle for independence from 1983 to 2011, the book delves deep into the life of Abuk Makuac, offering an intimate exploration of the unyielding human spirit when faced with the most unimaginable hardships. As the story unfolds, Abuk and her young son find themselves abruptly thrust into a world of hunger and homelessness as refugees in Ethiopia, battling each day for survival and hope in the face of despair.
“We are women. Our work has always stretched beyond the lines of sunrise and sunset,” says Abuk Makuac. “We fight by giving birth to life, feeding our young from our own bodies, and raising new life from our own ashes. For this, one must be stronger than death itself.”
The story flawlessly blends Abuk’s willpower, determination to keep her goodness intact amidst overwhelming circumstances, and poignant connection with other women enduring similar trials. Through Abuk’s lens, the book becomes a tribute to individual strength and the collective willpower of a nation’s women.
Author Abuk Jervas Makuac, forced to flee South Sudan during the eruption of civil war, recounts her family’s difficult journey from the refugee camps of Ethiopia to living in hiding in Kenya, culminating in their resettlement in the United States. Her co-author, Susan Lynn Clark, a seasoned psychotherapist specializing in underserved populations, brings a wealth of experience working with refugees, enriching the narrative with depth and empathy.
“Women Caught in the Crossfire” is a stirring portrayal of the human capacity for hope, determination, and the enduring strength found within communities of women. It is a poignant reminder of the indomitable spirit that persists even in the darkest times.
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