Rescued from ISIS
Book Description
When a father's worst fears become reality, extraordinary courage emerges from the depths of love and determination. Dimitri Bontinck faced an unimaginable crisis when his teenage son Jay fell under the influence of radical ideology, transforming from a gentle young man into someone his father barely recognized. What began as religious exploration through a girlfriend's influence evolved into something far more dangerous, culminating in Jay's secret departure to Syria.
Discovering that Belgium had become a significant center for radicalization, with countless young people vanishing into the Middle East, Dimitri realized that conventional help would not come. Drawing upon his military background and driven by paternal devotion, this white, Christian-raised atheist embarked on a perilous journey into unfamiliar territory. His mission required him to navigate complex cultural and religious landscapes while facing constant threats to his own safety.
Through months of searching, imprisonment, death threats, and near-impossible circumstances, Dimitri's relentless pursuit ultimately succeeded where others had failed. His unprecedented achievement in bringing his son home sparked global attention and desperate pleas from families worldwide facing similar nightmares.
This gripping account reveals how one man's unwavering commitment to family transcended cultural barriers and personal limitations. Dimitri's transformation from desperate father to international rescuer demonstrates the profound lengths to which love will travel, offering hope to those confronting seemingly insurmountable challenges in protecting those they cherish most.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~8 hours)
📄 Length: 278 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Syria -- History -- Civil War, 2011- -- Personal narratives, Belgian
- ✓ Explore Recruiting
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Bontinck, Jejoen, 1995-
- ✓ Explore Terrorists -- Recruiting -- Belgium
- ✓ Explore Islamic fundamentalism -- Syria
- ✓ Explore BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Political
- ✓ Explore Radicalism
