A review by smalltownbookmom
Salaam, with Love by Sara Sharaf Beg

4.0

Much more than just a cute YA rom com, this #ownvoices story follows Pakistani Muslim American teen Dua as she spends the Holy month of Ramadan with her conservative cousins in NYC. While there Dua learns to appreciate her faith like never before, while also exploring the feelings she develops for a cute Muslim musician. I really enjoyed learning more about the various aspects of Muslim culture. This book was heartfelt and humorous and doesn't shy away from harder topics. Great on audio and highly recommended for fans of S.K. Ali or the books Once upon an Eid or Yes, no, maybe so.

CW: gun violence, Islamophobia, anti-Muslim racism/violence