The Girl Who Smiled Beads

*The Girl Who Smiled Beads* is a memoir by Clemantine Wamariya, chronicling her escape from the Rwandan genocide as a young girl and her subsequent years living as a refugee. The book explores her journey of survival, loss, and resilience as she navigates multiple countries, seeks safety, and strives for identity. It offers a personal insight into the horrors of conflict, the challenges of displacement, and the healing process. Wamariya’s narrative highlights the strength of the human spirit and the importance of hope amidst unimaginable adversity.