In this captivating and relatable story, Bilal, a high school senior, navigates the intricate web of adolescence, grappling with his faith, identity, and relationships. Living with his Muslim uncle, Bilal strives to deepen his understanding of Islam while confronting his questioning sexuality.
As Bilal forms a strong bond with James, a charismatic newcomer, rumors spread like wildfire, challenging their friendship. The situation becomes more complicated when James starts dating Shen, Bilal's closest friend. Shen, feeling insecure and jealous, struggles to accept James's close relationship with Bilal, sparking tension among the trio.
Genre: Young Adult, Coming-of-Age, Questioning, Islamic Fiction
Target Audience: Young adults (15-25), fans of character-driven fiction, and readers interested in stories exploring identity, faith, and relationships.
{Book Two: Abdallah series}
Zara and Amir are cousins and have been best of friends since their childhood days. They're now grown up to adults. You can't see Zara without Amir, they're always together. Every one knows their unbreakable bond. On the other hand, Amir sees her as more than just friends, he liked her for as long as he could remember. Conflict arises when Zara falls for Fawwaz, her other cousin.
Will that be the end of Zara and Amir unbreakable bond as they portray it as? Or will destiny play it part in their lives.
Sequel to Behind You but can be read as stand alone.
Started:- 27th June 2020
Completed:- 19th September 2020
[[word count: 50,000 - 60,000 words]]