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403 pages • first pub 2021 (editions) user-added
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Kids
Publication date: Not specified
Samira Surfs by Rukhsanna Guidroz is a poignant and empowering novel in verse that will resonate deeply with readers who appreciate stories of resilience, sisterhood, and the transformative power of self-discovery, particularly those interested in themes of social justice, girls' education, and the experiences of Rohingya Muslim girls.
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A middle-grade novel in verse about Samira, an eleven-year-old Rohingya refugee living in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, who finds peace and empowerment in a local surf club for girls.Samira thinks of her life as before and after: before the burning and...
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Moods
emotional: 90%
hopeful: 54%
adventurous: 36%
informative: 36%
inspiring: 36%
sad: 36%
challenging: 27%
reflective: 18%
lighthearted: 9%
tense: 9%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
SexismModerate
Death, Gun violence, XenophobiaMinor
Genocide403 pages • first pub 2021 (editions) user-added
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Kids
Publication date: Not specified
Samira Surfs by Rukhsanna Guidroz is a poignant and empowering novel in verse that will resonate deeply with readers who appreciate stories of resilience, sisterhood, and the transformative power of self-discovery, particularly those interested in themes of social justice, girls' education, and the experiences of Rohingya Muslim girls.
Description
A middle-grade novel in verse about Samira, an eleven-year-old Rohingya refugee living in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, who finds peace and empowerment in a local surf club for girls.Samira thinks of her life as before and after: before the burning and...
Community Reviews
Moods
emotional: 90%
hopeful: 54%
adventurous: 36%
informative: 36%
inspiring: 36%
sad: 36%
challenging: 27%
reflective: 18%
lighthearted: 9%
tense: 9%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
SexismModerate
Death, Gun violence, XenophobiaMinor
Genocide