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I love I Hate I Miss My Sister
I love I Hate I Miss My Sister
Reviewed by: Carla McAllister - New Gloucester Public Library, New Gloucester, Choose Library District
Review Date: October 7, 2014
Review
Sohane and Djelila are Muslim sisters living in America with but a year between their ages; Sohane is a senior, Djelila is a junior in high school. They have always been extremely close, Sohane lovingly taking care of her younger sister. But when their paths veer from one another, Sohane is worried for Djelila's safety and well-being. Sohane wishes to embrace her religion by wearing a head scarf, which is against the law in her school; Djelila wishes to live life to the fullest by wearing skimpy clothing, dating boys and flaunting her hair. The consequences for each of them are big, one is dire. Based on true events, this book would be a wonderful choice to prompt discussions about religious freedom and the important choices one must sometimes make. There is a helpful glossary included of Muslim words and phrases.
Overall Book Score: excellent
About the Book
Author:
Sam, Amelie
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Book Type: chapter book fiction
Genre: realistic fiction
Audience: grades 7-9, grades 10-12
Binding Type: other
Binding Quality: fair
ISBN: 9780385743761
Price: 15.99