Triumph

This book, Butterfly Refugee: An Olympian’s Story of Rescue and Triumph, is a powerful story of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. Written by Yusra Mardini, an Olympic swimmer who escaped war-torn Syria to safety in Germany, this inspiring memoir chronicles her journey from fear to freedom.

Mardini’s gripping account begins with her family’s escape from Damascus in 2015 as they attempted to reach Europe in a tiny boat filled with too many refugees. In a moment of desperation, she courageously jumped into the water to help push the overloaded vessel ashore. After months of struggle and uncertainty, she eventually made it to Berlin where she was given asylum and allowed to train at a swimming club – eventually becoming one of ten refugee athletes selected for the 2016 Olympics.

In Butterfly Refugee, Yusra shares her incredible story of survival in vivid detail; from the darkness of despair to the joy of achieving her dream. Her story is one of strength and hope that will resonate with anyone who has ever faced hardships or been on a journey towards their own triumph.