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.
PREVIOUSLY CALLED 'THEIR LITTLE PRINCESS'
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#3 in anxiety
Maddie Rossi is only 13, and has known nothing but pain and heartbreak her entire life. Only a shell of what she was before her mother took her away when she was 2, she has no recollection of who she was before. All she knows now is her mom and her stepfather who made sure that she would never be whole again.
The Rossi brothers have struggled to cope with having lost their only sister to their mother when she was only 2 years old as well as the pressure of running their father's mafia following his death.
When her guardians' deaths reveal 6 brothers she didn't know existed and the Rossi family finally gets their little girl back, they all have secrets to hide and they realize she isn't the happy little girl they once knew.