A review by cassiebartelme
Zara Hossain Is Here by Sabina Khan

challenging emotional fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

2.75

This is a young adult novel about Zara who in addition to being a senior in high school is navigating many things including but not limited to Islamophobia, bullying and waiting for the results of an eight year immigration process. It’s a lot. 

I appreciate a story that depicts young adults as complex humans with more issues than just crushes and mean teachers but for me there were too many things going on to really get into any of them fully. And then they had to all be wrapped up so the ending felt a little forced. Again, I realize the intended audience is young adults but if they are picking up a book addressing these type of topics I believe they can handle a deeper dive into them.
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