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An Acquaintance

An Acquaintance

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Senior year is tough in Sarah Ali's hometown of Wickley, Pennsylvania. As if AP classes aren't enough - Islamphobes are showing up at the school protesting her existence! She doesn't need an extra complication. But suddenly, there's Jason.

Jason, who’s new in town. Jason, who has gorgeous grey eyes and tousled hair. Jason, who is quiet and respectful and stands up for her.

Feelings and faith collide as Sarah struggles to convince everyone - including herself - that Jason is just an acquaintance.

Author: Saba Syed
Publisher: Daybreak Press
Publication Date: August 6, 2017
Language: English
ISBN-13: 978-0999299005
Paperback: 292 pages
Reading Age: Young Adult (15 - 18 years)
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From Islamophobia and forbidden love to family struggles, identity, and the fallout of private choices becoming public, this young adult story speaks to readers of all ages and backgrounds.

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"A story about faith, family, and new romance, An Acquaintance is the book we all wish we had growing up!"

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"The complexity of the life of a young American Muslim is explored brilliantly in this fantastic novel."

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"This novel is a forthcoming and unapologetic representation of young Muslims’ struggles everywhere. . . a story of self-discovery that pushes its protagonist—and reader—into a state of reflectiveness, courage, and hope."

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"I was so glad to finally read a novel revolving around the real issues a typical Muslim high school girl might face. . .Not only is it easy to relate to, but it talks about issues that are often hushed in Muslim communities."

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Author

Saba Syed is the author of the international award-winning novel, An Acquaintance. Saba has a BA degree in Islamic Studies. She studied Arabic Language & Literature at Qatar University and at Cairo Institute in Egypt. She also received her Ijaazah in Quranic Hafs recitation in Egypt from Shaikh Muhammad al-Hamazawi. She has been actively involved with the Islamic community since 1995 through her MSA, then as a founding member of TDC, and other community organizations. In 2002, she organized and hosted the very first Muslim Women’s Conference in Houston, TX. Since then, she’s been passionately working towards empowering Muslim women through the correct and untainted teachings of Islam.