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Kareem Between
by Shifa Saltagi Safadi
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Seventh grade is off to a rocky start for Kareem—his best friend is gone, his football tryout flopped, and he's reluctantly tasked with helping a new Syrian refugee student. But when an unexpected chance to redeem himself arises, Kareem must navigate a tough choice while his mom faces a crisis back in Syria, testing his resolve and pushing him to find his own path amid the chaos.
*light spoilers below, please review any content warnings prior to reading*
This book had me in my feelings from the very beginning. I immediately felt drawn to Kareem and was rooting for him. This is a gorgeous novel in verse, and the way the words jump off the pages is incredible. There are certain pages and passages that embody the entire page, bring visuals to the forefront, and make you feel every single emotion. I will definitely revisit this one as an audiobook because I am sure the audio is spectacular.
Kareem’s inner turmoil, his thoughts and feelings, him trying to understand the world around him, realizing what is important, and standing up for himself and his friends and family had me wiping tears from my cheeks by the end.
Friends, when he sees his mother again, I wept.
I highlighted several passages that meant a lot to me. Such a beautiful story. Please do not miss the author’s note. 💜
*light spoilers below, please review any content warnings prior to reading*
This book had me in my feelings from the very beginning. I immediately felt drawn to Kareem and was rooting for him. This is a gorgeous novel in verse, and the way the words jump off the pages is incredible. There are certain pages and passages that embody the entire page, bring visuals to the forefront, and make you feel every single emotion. I will definitely revisit this one as an audiobook because I am sure the audio is spectacular.
Kareem’s inner turmoil, his thoughts and feelings, him trying to understand the world around him, realizing what is important, and standing up for himself and his friends and family had me wiping tears from my cheeks by the end.
Friends, when he sees his mother again, I wept.
I highlighted several passages that meant a lot to me. Such a beautiful story. Please do not miss the author’s note. 💜