This account of Amani's coming-of-age story as a Muslim girl is such an important read. When Islamophobia seems to only be growing worse, it's so essential to publish stories like this.

A touching and interesting read that can give a different and important POV on recent events and how we see anyone considered "different" in this country.

A fascinating and honest perspective on the Muslim American experience beginning with 9/11. It was very eye opening to read about her experience of 9/11, not only as a child, but as a Muslim child; then moving on to the present day ban/wall under the Trump regime. There are things this young woman has to think about to move through her daily life, that I as an older, white woman never have to consider. Incredibly thought provoking.

I had a hard time getting into this book. Instead of just telling her story, the author told a piece, analyzed that piece, put that analysis into a bigger picture and then told another piece of the story. I wanted to analyze her experiences myself and quickly grew frustrated with the writing style. Since I did not finish this book, I do not intend to publish a review.