This is a thought-provoking memoir. I loved pondering the choices made by the author's younger self, imagining the world he inhabited, and considering the intellectual ideas he raised. The exploration of the mother/son relationship, the wry humor, and the gorgeous voice have stayed with me.

More than a memoir, Morocco…is a coming-of-age story. A recounting of a boy growing up between two worlds—one shaped by American military life, the other by the rich traditions of Morocco. Farmer's writing is captivating, emotional and profoundly personal, striking the perfect balance between humor and nostalgia and engaging readers with vivid imagery and sharp insights.

This memoir captures the essence of a childhood filled with adventure, discovery, and the bittersweet transitions that come with growing up in a military family. Farmer’s writing is imbued with a sense of warmth and authenticity…painting a vivid picture of the time and places it covers. His reflections on the cultural and social norms of the era provide a valuable historical context that enriches the narrative.

Farmer’s writing flows eloquently and his descriptions pull the reader right into the scene…Farmer successfully blends his memories with the history of both [the United States and Morocco], bringing to life the beauty of Moroccan philosophies of family and community as opposed to the divisiveness being seen in so much of the world.