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Love this installation in the Huda F series. Fahmy blends humor, mental health conversations, Muslim identity, and teenage issues into a beautiful set of chapters in Huda F's journey. I felt so seen in Huda's struggles with her mental health in junior year and not knowing how or who to talk to. Beautiful.

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Thank you for the advanced copy!

When I saw this was available, I pounced on the request. I *loved* Hude F Are You? - a fantastic coming of age story of a Muslim girl whose family moves and she needs to adjust to a new town, friends, etc. The follow up, Huda F Wants to Know, takes the next step in addressing common themes middle school kids and teens face: divorce, family, friendship, and mental health - from the perspective of the Muslim faith.

This book is accessible and educational for everyone. It is difficult for teens to want to engage in mental health supports and this book addresses Huda''s journey well. I love Huda; she is so relatable and just a normal teen going through normal teen stuff. Hoping to read about Huda's senior year next. I know she'll kick butt!!

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I’m not crying, my eyes just get really sweaty when I read emotional stuff. 👀

Was it a choice to apply for an ARC copy of the third installment in the Huda F series without reading the first two? Certainly. After reading am I incentivized to buy them? Absolutely. I enjoyed this immensely and I think it really will help Muslim kiddos who potentially have to experience their parents divorcing and the difficult feelings that can arise. (I am not Muslim, to be abundantly clear, just a white lady trying to broaden her world view.)

Thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

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This series is one of my favorites! In this installment, Huda and her sisters must deal with the shocking news that their parents are getting a divorce.

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I love Huda Fahmy and all her books. This was no exception.

Huda F is juggling school, family and teenage drama all at once, as did we all.

Funny story dealing with family dynamics and mental health issues. Very sweet, very important.

Thank you, thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Young Readers Group for an ARC of this book.

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This, the third book in the Huda F young adult graphic novel series is about what happens to Huda when her parents announce they are getting a divorce. Divorces are not a light affair, to Mulsims, and they are often a last resort, because they are looked down on.
Huda goes into a tailspin of what-ifs. What happens if she is ostracized? What is no one wants to marry her. What if they lose their home? She decides that if she keeps all her fears in, and just turns off her emotions that everything will be fine. That she will be fine.


And of course, it doesn’t work out, doing that. This is a great graphic novel for young adults, because so many families go through divorce, and the kids are left to figure it out on their own. There is a lot of good advice given in the book, and you feel so much for poor Huda as she isolates herself more and more. It is one of those stories where you just want to give her a big hug.


I always love Huda Fahmy’s humor, and it shines through in this third book. Even if you know nothing about Muslims, you can still relate to getting reading to take the ACT, and AP classes, and stuff that is common amongst all students in high school in the US.


Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review. This book will be published the 1st of April 2025.

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*Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for a digital copy of this book for review.*

Huda Fahmy’s world unravels when her parents announce their divorce just as she’s gearing up for junior year. As she grapples with her changing family dynamics, Huda faces the overwhelming pressure of balancing school, friendships, and her identity.

I love every single book in this series. Huda is so relatable as a character. Big feelings, family struggles, and learning as you grow up. This graphic novel was particularly meaningful in the discussion of mental health and how it is viewed in the world. I felt for Huda while she and her sisters were trial to come to terms with the divorce. My heart went out to them. I love ultimately how hopeful these books are. It was a lovely, poignant read.

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I haven't read any of the other books in the Huda series. But I don't believe context is needed much for this book as all the characters are introduced properly.

When we meet Huda at the beginning of the story she is starting her junior year of high school. We go with her through the trials of her life and family changing.

The book focuses on a semi-autobiographical telling of the author's junior year, with all its problems and trappings. Huda has to worry about the usual teen things like the ACT, scholarships and friends. In addition though her parents want to talk to Huda and her sisters about something. How will she handle the change that her parents bring into her life. And how will her connections between the her sisters, mother and father change and shift as her life changes.

This book was a joy to read. I can't wait to see it with its finished with the color. I think it is a great read for not only high schoolers. But any children or young adults dealing with similar issues of their families making changes. Fahmy makes the inner workings of Muslim life relatable with things like having a crush, dealing with your mental health and disagreements with parents and siblings.

While the Islamic terms aren't defined except for a few abbreviations. We the reader are given enough context that it is easy to figure out their meaning. This book was a strong four stars. I especially enjoyed Fahmy's humor and wit when dealing with the difficult subjects. I also appreciate that Fahmy provides resources for young people to contact at the conclusion of the book.

Since I enjoyed this book I plan to go back and read the rest of the Huda series.

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Huda F is back again in the newest novel from Huda Fahmy. In this graphic novel, Huda's life is turned upside down when her parents announce that they are separating. This throws her into a spiral during her junior year. This sudden upheaval sends shockwaves through her junior year, disrupting her carefully laid plans for volunteering, acing the ACT, and navigating the college application process. She is devastated and is trying to figure out what this means for her family. This also affects her friendships and grades. Huda works with a counselor to help put everything in perspective.

As Huda grapples with the emotional turmoil of her family's changing dynamics, readers will empathize with her struggles. Her experiences with friendship, academics, and self-discovery offer valuable insights into the challenges of adolescence. Through her journey, Huda demonstrates remarkable resilience, showing readers that even in the face of adversity, it's possible to find strength and hope.

Fahmy's engaging storytelling and beautiful artwork bring Huda's story to life, making it a compelling read for young adults.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an arc in exchange for an honest review.

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I like the way this book tackled tough topic like divorce religion and mental health especially when it comes to young girls and women. I’ve read other books by this author and she never disappoints.

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I absolutely love Huda's comics and her graphic novels and I'm happy to say this one does not disappoint. It was a great representation of mental health.

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The third instalment in Huda's coming of age memoirs that sees her trying to deal with her parent's divorce. The mental health rep in this book was excellent and challenges of depression, anger and anxiety were touched on in a sensitive, humorous and relatable way. Another important and deeply personal story that is sure to resonate with many readers. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital copy in exchange for my honest review!

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I read the other two books in this series this year and really enjoyed them, so I requested this one as an ARC -- i knew it was a good time to pick it up today since I wanted something easy and mostly lighthearted, even though this does deal with some heavier issues.

i think these graphic novels are great. i love huda as a character and will definitely continue to read any books about her!

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This is the first time I'm reading something for Huda Fahmy. As simplistic as the artstyle is, the cover managed to grab my attention. Perhaps it was all the pink? Not to mention that I haven't seen many graphic novels about or by muslim voices, so of course I had to give it a try.

Before getting into the details, I wanted to first say I appreciated Huda's introductory note and disclaimer regarding the story and the characters not representing all muslims nor all muslim experiences. It's always tricky to provide representation for such a diverse and large population. Not all muslim women wear hijab, for example. And those that do can wear it in various ways. Not all arab and muslim women wear abayas, regardless of their hijabi status. And unfortunately, while not intentional, readers who aren't familiar with culture often end up generalizing based on experiences they read.

So, I appreciate Huda F. being upfront and clear about that.

All these disclaimers aside, muslim or not, the message in this story is universal. It handles grief, loss and mental illnesses in an honest and relatable way. Huda F's real life experiences definitely inspired the story and both she and the readers get to revisit her parents' divorce together.

I especially appreciated that the story highlighted that religion doesn't equate assuming all mental health problems go away magically and that, at times, professional mental health assistance is not only needed but encouraged.

I enjoyed the humor and found myself, an adult, relating to some of the moments presented. The simplistic artstyle does work (although I'm still confused about that dotted sister, haha, I need to go read the other books to see if I get answers).

Overall, a great read!

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Huda Fahmy returns with her fifth book, this time exploring the subject of divorce from a Muslim American teen's perspective.

I read Huda's other novels earlier this year, and this one is probably my favorite for its portrayl and discussion of grief and mental health issues. Huda uses her illustrations to expertly allude to the day-to-day stressors of a teen without detracting from the main narratives of the book

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I enjoyed this graphic novel that allowed me to view a different perspective on growing up. I really appreciated seeing issues relating to growing up (getting a driver's license, dating, dealing with divorce) from a Muslim perspective. I also appreciated the focus on getting support for mental health even when the adults in your life might not be supportive. In today's society, that is so incredibly important especially in homes with very traditional religious values.

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An intelligent and honest memoir. Fahmy outdoes herself with an inviting look into her life. Great stuff.

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