Fleeing the terrible civil war in Aleppo, twelve year old Noura Alwan and her family have finally been granted asylum in the United States. After years in a Turkish refugee camp, they land in Tampa, Florida. But they arrive just as the president restricts entry from Muslim majority nations. At the exact same time, twelve year old Jordyn Johnson is struggling. She is a record breaking swimmer who has lost her confidence in the pool after a family tragedy. When Jordyn is assigned to be Noura's school ambassador at Bayshore Middle School, your journey alongside these two very different girls begins. Noura quickly realizes that escaping a war zone does not mean her struggles are over, as she faces unexpected hostility in her new American hometown. Jordyn wants to help, but she has never met anyone who practices Islam and must navigate the prejudices of her own community. Through dual perspectives, you will experience a powerful story about overcoming fear, standing up for what is right, and discovering the unbreakable bonds of true friendship.
9-12 Years
205 Pages
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