sarahshunter 's review for:

Habibi by Naomi Shihab Nye

4.5

adventurous emotional hopeful informative 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

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This is a lovely YA read that draws readers in through its beautiful imagery and its captivating protagonist, Liyana. At the same time, the novel also manages to educate effectively on the lived experiences and of Palestinians in Israel and the West Bank. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Genocide, Gun violence, Racism, Violence, Colonisation