Son of Hamas: A Gripping Account of Terror, Betrayal, Political Intrigue, and Unthinkable Choices

Written by Mosab Hassan Yousef and Ron Brackin

Narrated by Mosab Hassan Yousef

Since he was a small boy, Mosab Hassan Yousef has had an inside view of the deadly terrorist group Hamas. The oldest son of Sheikh Hassan Yousef, a founding member of Hamas and its most popular leader, young Mosab assisted his father for years in his political activities while being groomed to assume his legacy, politics, status . . . and power. But everything changed when Mosab turned away from terror and violence, and embraced instead the teachings of another famous Middle East leader. In Son of Hamas, Mosab Yousef—now called “Joseph”—reveals new information about the world’s most dangerous terrorist organization and unveils the truth about his own role, his agonizing separation from family and homeland, the dangerous decision to make his newfound faith public, and his belief that the Christian mandate to “love your enemies” is the only way to peace in the Middle East.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
• Release date: Mar 2, 2010
• ISBN: 9781414348476

Mosab Hassan Yousef

Es el hijo de Sheikh Hassan Yousef, líder fundador de Hamás, reconocida internacionalmente como organización terrorista y responsable de incontables bombas suicidas y otros ataques mortales contra Israel. Como parte integrante del movimiento, Mosab fue encarcelado varias veces por los servicios de inteligencia israelíes. Después de un encuentro casual con un turista británico, comenzó una búsqueda que durante seis años le llevó a comprometer a Hamás, a poner en peligro a su familia y sentir su vida amenazada. Desde entonces ha abrazado las enseñanzas de Jesús y ha solicitado asilo político en Estados Unidos.

Reviews for Son of Hamas

[dif yeld · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book was great and it contained a lot of details

[Edgar Benitez · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a great book - inspiring and with appropriate details to make it an I te resting read!

[cbinstead_1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Amazing story of the son of one of the founders of Hamas coming to faith in Jesus. Stunning.

[Critical Thinker · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Although he has some gaps in knowledge of history prior to the beginning of his own personal story, Mr. Yousef's memoir is an enlightening and emotional read; a glimpse into the heart of the highly publicised conflict. Better than any fiction!

[Elena · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book on the heartbreaking story of the Middle East conflict.

[Ricky Hefner · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

As Riveting as any spy novel full of twist and turns with strong love of family and love of even those who were your enemy but your closet confidant.

[jjmcgregor · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The reality it was hard to hear the torture in prison but I know that’s reality- absolutely loved this book

[Bea · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Every human on earth should read this, it has something for everyone to think about.

[Isabet Vorster · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow! This is so intricate. It gives a realistic perspective on what is happening in the Middle East. This book will definitely reshape my prayers for all the people in.the war. It makes the devastation a reality to hear it so first hand from someone who has experience from all sides. Well written and inspiring!

[Teevra Bose · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The last lines of not trying to find a solution or the middle path, is the essence. It also suggests that the world stops for none. Super book. One of the best I have come across

[Paul Garrone · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Pretty ballsy tale of the battle between shin-bet and hamas. If you dig espionage and spy nonfiction definitely give this a listen.

[Richard Adler · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Anyone interested in the Middle East conflict, the Palestinian/ Israeli confrontation and the current challenge to Judaic/ Christian values in the West should read this - certainly if they wish to have any hope in gaining a depth of understanding.

[Stephanie Eichhorn · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What an eye-opening lesson on the modern day Middle East. Respectfully written and well written. Highly recommend May the Lord protect this man.

[Kan B · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Incredible in every way!! Educational, enthralling, inspirational, and heartfelt. An amazing book, and an amazing person contained within its pages.

[Emily Schumann · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Compelling narrative that takes the reader through the dangers of living in the powder keg of Palestine. A beautiful coming of age story you cannot put down.

[Kevin O Mutterback · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very, very, very interesting. Thank you for your enlightenment and I hope your journey provides you with peace.

[Caroline Talitha Saliba · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book I loved it and I encourage everyone to read it. I would like to watch a movie of Mosab’s life!

[Amy Breece · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was so good, I couldn't stop listening. What a fascinating life that provides so much context to an atmosphere that lead to the October 7th attacks. I really enjoyed this and found myself endeared to the author and his strong sense of justice in a complicated environment.

[Tammie Greer · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow that is an important story to tell! Insightful and inspiring

[Owen Goldin · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Exciting and enlightening. I read the book in 2019 and gained more insight into the conflict after listening.

[Irma Laas · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A beautifully written book full of facts and a heart for true freedom!!

[Olívia Kajtár · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Genuinely impressive, stirs up hope in Jesus and generates hunger for His world in which the nations will love each other.

[joseph · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

i agree with the author. this book is more useful than all his previous undercover work

[Rebekah Hughes · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Greatly appreciated this book and its Author. Telling others about it…. Must Read / Listen to this book for the Truth!

[John Kim · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A fresh and enlightening perspective on the Israel Palestine problem as well as a spiritual journey from Allah to Jesus. Enjoyed it!

[Lucy Allen · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I found this book riveting, insightful, balanced, educational, and inspiring.

[Nora Tribble · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Thank you for the courage to write this book. May God be glorified through it! Written by a son who loves his father and family and people enough to sacrifice so much to share their painful yet courageous story. The reason I read this book was the hope to get a clearer understanding of the conflict in Gaza from someone who lives it. There is so much hate being stirred up through the media that continues to fuel the fires. After reading this book I have respect for this man’s efforts to bring clearer understanding to a very difficult problem that ultimately is the battle between good and evil and has answers found in the conclusion of this book.

[Roger Beshears · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What a wonderful story. There is still hope even in the darkness

[Bianca Bonassi · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is an impressive book about how God is so creative. Amazing how he chooses people and gives them love for people at the same time that He enables them to do His will. It was also nice to know more about Palestinian culture and people.

[travis1lovato · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Thrilling and informative. God is good! ! ! ! !