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The detailed art invites readers to linger over each page, poring over collaged outfits and patterns, all of which evoke a strong sense of place.\" —\u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e (starred review)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaryam was a trailblazer for women’s education and the author is her granddaughter, creating a personal, inspiring tale. Perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eMalala’s Magic Pencil\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eShe Persisted!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMilloo lives in a time when school is considered unnecessary for girls. But to Milloo, education is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Milloo reads, her thoughts dance. Milloo courageously dreams of becoming a teacher, but in fifth grade her parents tell her she has had enough school. Milloo is heartbroken but finds a way to achieve her educational goals, graduating high school and college with honors. 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She allows Adnan, a young table tennis enthusiast, to go through grief while holding not just sadness but love and joy, in an honest and nuanced story that is ultimately filled with hope.\" —Veera Hiranandani, Newbery Honor author of \u003cem\u003eThe Night Diary\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fans of \u003cem\u003ePlanet Omar\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Ethan I Was Before, \u003c\/em\u003eaward-winning Pakistani author Reem Faruqi of \u003cem\u003eUnsettled \u003c\/em\u003edelivers a middle grade novel in verse about table tennis player Adnan, who dreams of the championship and a fun-filled family trip to Florida. But when tragedy strikes, he and his family must cope with a terrible loss and come together as one again. This poignant story about a Muslim family learning to heal is hope-filled and moving. Now in paperback!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdnan Zakir loves table tennis. 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