A timely contribution to both Canadian and global First World War history, Skrypuchs vividly portrayed and compelling characters give an authentic voice to this well-researched novel. A book for adults as well as teens, Dance of the Banished is a love story that takes a tragic turn when Ali is forced into a Canadian internment camp while Zeynep faces horrors as the Ottoman Army marches through her village. This moving book will enlighten and appeal to readers ages 12 to adult.