RVIEW 05 : AMINA'S VOICE by HENA KHAN .

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Hello !  lovely bookaholics today i'm gonna talk about a book that got me blown and speechless for minutes because i didn't know whether i liked it or not , whether i am happy or angry with the author...But all i knew i had a giant argue  to make a review about it ...But, first had to filter the multiple feelings  i had by a second read ... the story follows the struggle of a Pakistani , American Muslim girl at middle school who is trying to cope the different cultures of her country and her parents country as well . and stay true to her family's ...so Amina's a simple girl who'd be so happy only by hanging out with her christian  friend , she starts growing up when facing changes and  having a grievous  time adjusting to middle school's shifting friendships and  trying to understand  more about her traditional Muslim uncle who is visiting'em from Pakistan  take place . 

  Thus, the story   moves quickly and easy to get into ;  it  discusses different topics from Islamophobia to identities and friendships  and that's whatta shed my attention the most  . However ,  I did love the sense of the importance of  community  and how everyone supported each other,  and coming together when it mattered and got each other's back  , yet the plot  felt a bit lacking in some parts and a bit hasty in others , would've adored to see some things fleshed out . 

 Overall , this book should be handed to every middle schooler.  and before i forget , REAAAAAAD IT and spread love. We're  so very needy for  Muslim rep in children's literature  and the existence of such an overwhelming  books is a step in the right direction. Let us gather courage and support these books , so we can get  MORE. x)  



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  1. Hamida ZEDAMOctober 21, 2017 at 11:43 AM

    Now, I'm thinking this book is amazing to read since you star it "4" on Goodreads hahaha. badly cute and profusely moving reading your reviews of these diverse range of modern books. Each time you make it so important to spend time hanging over with them! and i will ALWAYS and Constantly appreciate their company <3 💕 <3 Keep going .....................

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    1. Ferial MerradOctober 21, 2017 at 10:46 PM

      Awe , i appreciate your support .
      Thank you xD' .

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