Everyone has an opinion about Zarin Wadia. From the students studying at Qala Academy in Jeddah to their parents, Zarin’s aunt and their neighbors, even the teachers who are meant to guide and educate can’t seem to get past their preconceived notions about the kind of girl Zarin is. They call her names – slut, rebel,Continue reading “Book Review — A Girl Like That by Tanaz Bhathena”
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Book Review — Goodbye, Perfect by Sara Barnard
Eden Rose McKinley and Bonnie Wiston-Stanley are bestfriends. Eden is as untameable as Bonnie is responsible and ambitious. They share all of their secrets with each other. Or so Eden thought. But one day, Bonnie just takes off, leaving Eden to deal with the repercussions of a world that comes crashing down around her. ItContinue reading “Book Review — Goodbye, Perfect by Sara Barnard”
Book Review — I’ll Be Your Blue Sky by Marisa de los Santos
On the precipice of Clare’s wedding, Edith (a total stranger) helps her realize what a big mistake she is about to make. Gathering all her courage, Clare breaks off her engagement to kind yet temperamental Zach. Weeks of anguish later, she receives a letter that informs her of Edith’s demise and that Edith has bequeathedContinue reading “Book Review — I’ll Be Your Blue Sky by Marisa de los Santos”
Book Review — Mothering a Muslim by Nazia Erum
Mothering a Muslim by Nazia Erum is a nonfiction that explores the extent of Islamophobia in Indian society by bringing to light horrid instances of bullying and discrimination of Muslim children in schools. As a Muslim mother, Nazia gives voice to the woes of other Muslim women who are caught in the predicament of owning uptoContinue reading “Book Review — Mothering a Muslim by Nazia Erum”
It’s Not Your Fault
A friend of mine once said, “Being close to somebody is about how they make you feel.” This couldn’t be more true. We cling to the people who make us feel strong, special and worthy of good things. We gravitate towards those who can give us what we’re looking for from life – be itContinue reading “It’s Not Your Fault”
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