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Book SynopsisA Washington Post Best Children’s Book of 2017
“For inspiring empathy in young readers, you can’t get better than this book.” —R. J. Palacio, author of #1 New York Timesbestseller Wonder
“Amina’s anxieties are entirely relatable, but it’s her sweet-hearted nature that makes her such a winning protagonist.” —Entertainment Weekly
A Pakistani-American Muslim girl struggles to stay true to her family’s vibrant culture while simultaneously blending in at school after tragedy strikes her community in this “compassionate, timely novel” (Booklist, starred review) from the award-winning author of It’s Ramadan, Curious George and Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns.Amina has never been comfortable in the spotlight. She is happy just hanging out with her best friend, Soojin. Except now that she’s in midd
Trade Review*"Amina's middle school woes and the universal themes running through the book transcend culture, race, and religion. A perfect first book for this new Muslim imprint." * Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW *
*"A universal story of self-acceptance and the acceptance of others. A welcome addition to any middle grade collection." * School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW *
"Watching Amina literally and figuratively find her voice—bolstered by community, friendship, and discovered inner strength—makes for rewarding reading." * Publishers Weekly *
*"Written as beautifully as Amina’s voice surely is, this compassionate, timely novel is highly recommended for all libraries." * Booklist, STARRED REVIEW *
"[A] relatable portrayal of a tween who wants to fit in, and who’s devoted to her faith even amid her confusion about her family’s varied approaches to it." * Horn Book *
"This gentle example of multicultural domestic realism hits all of the right notes...a comforting counternarrative to what young readers may see on the news." -- BCCB * March 2017 *
"Realistic fiction centered on a Pakistani-American Muslim girl is a refreshing change in the middle grade market.....It’s solid storyline and the common denominator of middle school drama highlights the fact that students from all backgrounds may be more alike than they realize. Recommended." -- School Library Connection * May/June 2017 *
"Hena Khan (
It's Ramadan, Curious George) writes a gentle coming-of-age story universal in theme and original in context, and appealing to any reader who has just wanted to slow the world down." -- Shelf Awareness * 3/17/17 *
"For inspiring empathy in young readers, you can’t get better than this book." -- R. J. Palacio, author of #1 New York Times bestseller Wonder
