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readingwithtemperance's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The only bad thing I can say about this book is that I wanted more of it. I love Jude and her family so much. The writing was gorgeous. And the audio was so immersive.
I cried multiple times reading this.When Jude put on her hijab for the first time my heart sang for her. the awful attack on her friend Layla's family's store. and the birth of her sister/seeing her brother again even through a screen.
The author's note was beautiful and powerful and brought tears to my eyes as well. I am so happy I read this.
I cried multiple times reading this.
The author's note was beautiful and powerful and brought tears to my eyes as well. I am so happy I read this.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Hate crime, Xenophobia, Islamophobia, and War
Moderate: Pregnancy
bessadams's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Xenophobia, Police brutality, Islamophobia, and War
Moderate: Pregnancy
martereadsbooks's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: War
Minor: Racism and Islamophobia
mktraxel's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Written in verse
Content Warnings
Moderate: Hate crime, Racism, and Islamophobia
Minor: War
zombieracoon's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
It's a wonderful and inspiring girl of an Arabic girl crossing an ocean and moving to America, and her journey and experiences in America.
Content Warnings
Minor: Racism, Xenophobia, Islamophobia, and War
nytephoenyx's review against another edition
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This is a sweet story about a girl who immigrated from Syria to the United States. There’s some emotional moments, but the author was cautious about telling the story while maintaining its status as a children’s book, so it’s certainly not as heavy as it could be. Altogether a good story and I appreciate the representation.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Islamophobia, Pregnancy, and War
hotkoolaidpotato's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Islamophobia
Moderate: Bullying and Toxic friendship
Minor: Violence, Blood, and War
ruthypoo2's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This was a really wonderful middle grade book about the experience of a young girl, Jude, who must move from Syria with her mother to live with relatives in the United States. Jude is sad to leave behind her father who stays to continue operating the family business, and her older brother who is becoming dangerously aligned with militant factions.
The author, Jasmine Warga, captures Jude’s feelings of loss of home and everything familiar. The story describes what it’s like to feel an outsider, not know the language, be unsure how to fit in at a new school, and then eventually, the wonder of finding your place in a new country. Although Jude is dealing with the challenges of assimilation, she’s also reached a time in her life when she’s starting to mature and face the same insecurities as every other young person, regardless of their homeland or adopted home. Obviously, this is a common ground that can help forge new young relationships.
While the issues of migration, seeking asylum, bigotry, and bullying are heavy topics, this book addresses them in a way that can be understood and thoughtfully considered by a young reader. The author doesn’t dwell on the hardships experienced by Jude and her family, but paints a picture showing that there’s more to the background story of someone who’s new to America than most native citizens are aware. The storyline advocates that there’s much to be gained by welcoming someone who’s new to your country so you can share and learn from each other’s cultural heritage.
This is a very good book and I recommend it to readers of all ages.
The author, Jasmine Warga, captures Jude’s feelings of loss of home and everything familiar. The story describes what it’s like to feel an outsider, not know the language, be unsure how to fit in at a new school, and then eventually, the wonder of finding your place in a new country. Although Jude is dealing with the challenges of assimilation, she’s also reached a time in her life when she’s starting to mature and face the same insecurities as every other young person, regardless of their homeland or adopted home. Obviously, this is a common ground that can help forge new young relationships.
While the issues of migration, seeking asylum, bigotry, and bullying are heavy topics, this book addresses them in a way that can be understood and thoughtfully considered by a young reader. The author doesn’t dwell on the hardships experienced by Jude and her family, but paints a picture showing that there’s more to the background story of someone who’s new to America than most native citizens are aware. The storyline advocates that there’s much to be gained by welcoming someone who’s new to your country so you can share and learn from each other’s cultural heritage.
This is a very good book and I recommend it to readers of all ages.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Islamophobia
Minor: Pregnancy and War
bookedandbusy's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I loved this book so much. It gave me so much perspective on a topic I’m generally very sheltered from, and I appreciated that! This is an important read for any age and I would recommend it!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Xenophobia, and Islamophobia
Moderate: Violence, Pregnancy, and War
isco1428's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
No words, just tears 😭
Content Warnings
Moderate: Hate crime, Racism, Violence, Xenophobia, and War