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bettielovesbooks's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book, I love the representation, the friendships, the mystery of who did it, the twist and even though it dealt with the heavy subject of racism the book didn’t feel heavy itself.
cathyolibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
Bijan was just called up from JV to play varsity basketball. He’s hoping his new star athlete status will give him a step up socially and help him talk to girls. But racism and bullying rear their heads on campus and his new visibility is turning into more of a problem than a solution. Bijan works on finding who is behind the cyber attacks while making new friends and playing good basketball, and maybe, getting the girl.
Here to Stay jumps right into the action when Bijan jumps up to varsity basketball. The story includes sports and racial representation as well as a side LGBTQ romance. While it hits hard topics it does so with a light hand for a delightful read with meaningful content.
Readers who enjoy contemporary fiction with representation like With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo and Jackpot by Nic Stone will enjoy this book.
http://www.yalsa.ala.org/thehub/2019/12/02/quick-picks-for-reluctant-readers-qp2020-nominees-round-up-december-2-edition/
Here to Stay jumps right into the action when Bijan jumps up to varsity basketball. The story includes sports and racial representation as well as a side LGBTQ romance. While it hits hard topics it does so with a light hand for a delightful read with meaningful content.
Readers who enjoy contemporary fiction with representation like With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo and Jackpot by Nic Stone will enjoy this book.
http://www.yalsa.ala.org/thehub/2019/12/02/quick-picks-for-reluctant-readers-qp2020-nominees-round-up-december-2-edition/
d0nnaw0ng's review against another edition
4.0
Rating: 3.75/5
Bijan Majidi is only a junior in HS who is extremely good at playing basketball. He didn't stand out among his classmates till he show he can throw some hoops and helped his teammates win a basketball game. One game and his classmates at Granger looked at him differently, with pride. But it all went downhill when SOMEONE photoshopped his head to his team's mascot and called him a terrorist! One photoshopped photo was all it needed to bring someone down. Students literally told him to go back to where he came from!
In Here to Stay, we really see how there is still alot racism and bias toward different nationalities and cultures. Just because he is Muslim it doesn't mean he's a terrorist. Just because someone has a tattoo it doesn't mean that person is in a gang. Same logic.
Bijan was brought up by a single mother who had strong will power. He was taught to stand up for himself and he did. He is really here to stay. Along the way, he gain courage and was even able to win the girl of his hearts over. His buddy, Sean stayed by his side and his teammates who didn't really care for him grew to love him. New friendship bonds were formed.
I love how Bijan had grown so much in this difficult period. What had surprised me was the true identity of culprit who photoshopped the work that started this whole shebang. I thought it was probably one of his teammates but nope.
Bijan Majidi is only a junior in HS who is extremely good at playing basketball. He didn't stand out among his classmates till he show he can throw some hoops and helped his teammates win a basketball game. One game and his classmates at Granger looked at him differently, with pride. But it all went downhill when SOMEONE photoshopped his head to his team's mascot and called him a terrorist! One photoshopped photo was all it needed to bring someone down. Students literally told him to go back to where he came from!
In Here to Stay, we really see how there is still alot racism and bias toward different nationalities and cultures. Just because he is Muslim it doesn't mean he's a terrorist. Just because someone has a tattoo it doesn't mean that person is in a gang. Same logic.
Bijan was brought up by a single mother who had strong will power. He was taught to stand up for himself and he did. He is really here to stay. Along the way, he gain courage and was even able to win the girl of his hearts over. His buddy, Sean stayed by his side and his teammates who didn't really care for him grew to love him. New friendship bonds were formed.
I love how Bijan had grown so much in this difficult period. What had surprised me was the true identity of culprit who photoshopped the work that started this whole shebang. I thought it was probably one of his teammates but nope.
caseysilk's review against another edition
5.0
A heart warming, heart wrenching and funny young adult novel. Bijan is a prep school student in 11th grade who has flown under the radar of the cool kids until he is pulled up from jv basketball to varsity and scores the winning basket. Suddenly Bijan is thrown into the spotlight and not all of the attention is good because he is of Middle Eastern descent in a predominately white school. This book will make you think, will make you laugh and will make you sorry when it is over.
briannethebookworm's review against another edition
5.0
When Bijan Majidi gets pulled up to the varsity basketball team at Granger, he’s stoked to continue playing a game he loves while also getting a shot at popularity for the first time in his high school career. Unfortunately, the varsity squad isn’t all that supportive of gaining a new teammate. For the first time, Bijan has trouble focusing on basketball—and it’s not due to the pressure of playing at the varsity level. Feeling threatened by Bijan’s climbing status on the team, his teammates begin using racial slurs and bullying to tear him down. When someone takes it too far, Bijan has to decide if his love of basketball is worth playing for a school so intolerant of his ethnicity.
I loved this book and think it represents so much that is lacking in literature for young adults these days. I think that kids today think that it’s okay both to make racial digs at someone as well as accept racial comments said to them, and that is totally untrue. I love that Bijan was a strong role model in that and defended himself, even when he was outnumbered. It was heartbreaking what Bijan has to endure, but unfortunately is relevant to what minority kids deal with in school. I think this book is a great mix of sports and cultural values, and I could see boys and girls alike enjoying the novel. Highly recommend, especially to middle and high school students.
I loved this book and think it represents so much that is lacking in literature for young adults these days. I think that kids today think that it’s okay both to make racial digs at someone as well as accept racial comments said to them, and that is totally untrue. I love that Bijan was a strong role model in that and defended himself, even when he was outnumbered. It was heartbreaking what Bijan has to endure, but unfortunately is relevant to what minority kids deal with in school. I think this book is a great mix of sports and cultural values, and I could see boys and girls alike enjoying the novel. Highly recommend, especially to middle and high school students.
mckinlay's review against another edition
5.0
*i received an ARC of this book from edelweiss and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.*
This book basically solidified Farizan as an autobuy author for me.
Bijan is a sweet, brave, loving, loyal protagonist. The romances were adorable. I was invested in so many of the characters! The friendships were amazing. And on top of all that, the way this book tackles Islamophobia and racism is relatable in a way most books aren’t. AND it’s funny! I can’t recommend it enough.
This book basically solidified Farizan as an autobuy author for me.
Bijan is a sweet, brave, loving, loyal protagonist. The romances were adorable. I was invested in so many of the characters! The friendships were amazing. And on top of all that, the way this book tackles Islamophobia and racism is relatable in a way most books aren’t. AND it’s funny! I can’t recommend it enough.
geetisbooked's review against another edition
5.0
These are the types of books we should be giving to students to read! Everything about this book is something that students at a middle school age should start reading and learning about.
saggittarianlibrarian's review against another edition
3.0
I loved Bijan’s voice! It was funny and unique. I enjoyed the message and the diversity a lot. Everything felt very effortless and I liked that. It didn’t stand out to me as the best book I’ve ever read, but I am recommending it to people because Bijan’s voice and point of view are rare in YA.
singergurl4life's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0