I enjoyed this book so much that I did something I rarely do, I slowed down my reading to really savour the story. It lasted me a week as I dipped in and out of it, and bizarrely I enjoyed it all the more and was sad when I eventually finished.
Hana Khan, the titular character is so likeable, as is her whole family, who bring so much depth and interest to the story. I was rooting for her all the way through, as she was trying to find her place in the world.
On some levels this book is a fairly easy and light read, and could quite easily be classed as a rom-com. However, it also felt much more than this; the racial and religious tensions are never shied away from and the events that occur shed light on issues that I personally have no experience of.
This is basically a lovely book about family, community and belonging. And whilst there are bleak moments to be found, it ultimately speaks of hope and joy. Loved it!
Hana Khan, the titular character is so likeable, as is her whole family, who bring so much depth and interest to the story. I was rooting for her all the way through, as she was trying to find her place in the world.
On some levels this book is a fairly easy and light read, and could quite easily be classed as a rom-com. However, it also felt much more than this; the racial and religious tensions are never shied away from and the events that occur shed light on issues that I personally have no experience of.
This is basically a lovely book about family, community and belonging. And whilst there are bleak moments to be found, it ultimately speaks of hope and joy. Loved it!