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katiegrrrl's review against another edition
5.0
What a great coming of age story, that takes a look at racism, anti-muslim sentiment and finding one’s path. There are a lot layers in this and some storylines that would be great to see developed more. I look forward to reading more by Private Huq
jwinchell's review against another edition
4.0
Even though Nisrin’s decision to wear a headscarf happens at the beginning of the book and happens fast, the reader catches up to the emotional journey she is on as a Begladeshi-American girl whose family does not practice Islam. It’s a complex issue because her Grandpa thinks headscarves are left over from an invader culture (Pakistan) and mom and Grandma don’t wear one. The best part of the book was Nisrin’s project about Bengladesh. I learned so much. If a bit uneven, this is an important purchase.
rainbowrocky's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Islamophobia, Hate crime, Xenophobia, Racism, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Injury/Injury detail, Mental illness, and Bullying
Minor: Colonisation, Rape, Genocide, Violence, War, and Death
amandaannotates's review against another edition
5.0
“Everyone hates me.”
“Do I hate you?
“…No”
“That’s right. I love my favorite granddaughter.”
My best friend Viola bought this book at Barnes and Noble and we read it back to back! It’s so good. I love the art, I love the message. Good representation of ptsd and religion!! One of the characters is Mexican and my friend said she reminded her of me! Very cute!
“Do I hate you?
“…No”
“That’s right. I love my favorite granddaughter.”
My best friend Viola bought this book at Barnes and Noble and we read it back to back! It’s so good. I love the art, I love the message. Good representation of ptsd and religion!! One of the characters is Mexican and my friend said she reminded her of me! Very cute!
maureen_fox's review against another edition
5.0
Are there places that could use more fleshing out? Yes. Is there a lot of subtext that will need discussion for upper elementary and even middle schoolers? Yes.
Is this book worth the effort? Yes. Absolutely 100% yes. These are the stories that our students need to be interacting with, and wrestling with.
Is this book worth the effort? Yes. Absolutely 100% yes. These are the stories that our students need to be interacting with, and wrestling with.
grannyhanny's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. While I loved the artwork and the message, the story felt disjointed at times, as if it skipped certain details or jumped from thought to thought.
Overall, a really nice middle grade graphic novel.
Overall, a really nice middle grade graphic novel.
elimoose23's review against another edition
5.0
What a lovely book! I can’t wait to add it to my class library!
brebooks_'s review against another edition
dark
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? N/A
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, War, and Violence
Minor: Rape
lawbooks600's review against another edition
3.0
Representation: Asian main character
Trigger warnings: Racism, hate crime, PTSD
5/10, it was ok.
Trigger warnings: Racism, hate crime, PTSD
5/10, it was ok.