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But this kidnapping was not a random act of violence.
Credit: Dial Books ;Random House; Katherine Tegen Books; Flatiron Books
Amanis life depends on her ability to mimic Maram, who is half-Andalaan.
The poems, which Daud translated from Arabic, remind Amani of the rich culture she left behind.
As she says, Every Kushaila is a poet.
Flatiron Books
Poetry is our way.
The Kushaila culture is also defined by survival.
Its through these poems that Amani, far from home, is reminded that survival is in her blood.
Dial Books
The novels galaxy also mirrors some of Moroccos history, where Dauds family is from.
Plus, the absurd justifications for Cadizs occupation are emphasized by Marams own mixed background.
Even within this rich political metaphor, the novel functions as a refreshing and unique coming-of-age story.
Katherine Tegen Books
With few explainers and copious, artful descriptions, Khorram allows his layered characters to be fully present.
Darius isnt a tour guide watering down Persian culture for American readers.
Hes not always in the know.
Random House
Its when Khorram falls prey to doubling-down on writing for a young-adult audience that the books struggles.
Darius pushes off any emotional connection with repeated self-censoring phrasing.
Michael is used to moving; hes not, however, used to attending a Catholic private school.
This modern take on high school is rendered wholly original.
From the very first page, Michael is a protagonist easy to connect with.
He makes the reader laugh, but more importantly, hes entirely human.
But through these flaws, Henry develops an authentic teenager easy to connect with.Heretics Anonymousexamines faith and diversity side-by-side.
The gender politicking is sharp and timely without feeling didactic.
They just leave you hoping that Parkers ready to take a few more risks in Book Two.David Canfield
