A Long Way Gone is a auto-biography written by Ishmael Beah,A former child soldier. I would give this book 5 out of 5 stars because thisbook is a truly breathtaking experience.However I strongly believe before you read this book, reader discretion is advised. This book is about a child’s first hand experience with death and murder. This book is NOT for the weak hearted.

This background is a picture of my hometown, and where my journey took place. It all started when I was 12, around 19?? in Sierra Leone, Africa. Me and my friends made a rap band to kill some of our spare time. We entered contests and talent show a lot. I used to help my mother cook, and I would cook for my brothers sometimes. I also learned to farm on myjourney, but it was hard work. I would eat orangesoff the trees all the time. Now I live in New York Cityand go to school with my friends.

Ishmael: Hi Junior! Junior: Hey.Ishmael: I just finished working on the house with dad.Junior: Well I have to go pack for our trip to Mattru Jong for the talent contest.

Ishmael: Junior I’m scared. I’ve been hearing about the rebels attacking our village. I hope Mom and Dad are okay.

Junior: Calm down Ishmael, I’m sure they are fine, we can ask people if they know anything about it tomorrow.

Ishmael: Okay……

Ishmael: No one knows anything about our village Junior, and ourparents didn’t come to find us.

Junior: Its going to be okay, we need to leave tomorrow, I’ve heard talk of the rebels coming our way.

Ishmael: I can’t believe we got away from the rebels today, I hope they never find us again……..

Ishmael: Junior I haven’t seen you since we got split up, were are you?(15 minutes later…)Ishmael: Junior……..Ishmael: Junior, SAY SOMETHING BACK! (10 minutes later)Ishmael: ……….

Ishmael: Junior…………