The Summer of Broken Things, Margaret Peterson Haddix

The Summer of Broken Things, Margaret Peterson Haddix

The Summer of Broken Things by Margaret Peterson Haddix is an intriguing book set in beautiful Spain. It is a story about family secrets, and it contains two main characters who change drastically throughout the book. I did find the plot to be predictable, but it didn’t take away from my enjoyment too much. I would recommend this one to younger readers looking for a summer read with a message. Continue reading

Saints and Misfits by S.K. Ali

Saints and Misfits by S.K. Ali

Saints and Misfits by S.K. Ali is a feminist book about a Muslim teen struggling with identity. While I enjoyed the concept and the main character, I found the book’s pacing to be a bit slow. This is an important read, however, and one of very few Muslim YA books that I have seen. Continue reading