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An unflinching, honest novel in verse about a teenager's journey into the slam poetry scene and the dangerous new relationship that could threaten all her dreams. From the award-winning poet and author of HOME IS NOT A COUNTRY.
A MICHAEL L. PRINTZ HONOR BOOK • A CALIBA GOLDEN POPPY AWARD FINALIST • A PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, BOOKLIST AND KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR
Bad girl. No matter how hard Samira tries, she can’t shake her reputation. She’s never gotten the benefit of the doubt—not from her mother or the aunties who watch her like a hawk.
Samira is determined to have a perfect summer filled with fun parties, exploring DC, and growing as a poet—until a scandalous rumor has her grounded and unable to leave her house. When Samira turns to a poetry forum for solace, she catches the eye of an older, charismatic poet named Horus. For the first time, Samira feels wanted. But soon she’s keeping a bigger secret than ever before—one that that could prove her reputation and jeopardize her place in her community.
In this gripping coming-of-age novel from the critically acclaimed author Safia Elhillo, a young woman searches to find the balance between honoring her family, her artistry, and her authentic self.
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"Elhillo creates a realistic picture of a teenage girl trying to push against unfair perceptions. Readers will appreciate the believable portrayal of a teen who is dealing with complex issues of family, friendship, and romantic love."
— The Horn Book
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"A realistic picture of a teenage girl trying to push against unfair perceptions. Readers will appreciate the believable portrayal of a teen who is dealing with complex issues of family, friendship, and romantic love.”
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“A mesmerizing verse novel and a gripping exploration of the hyper-policing of Black girls’ bodies and sexuality."
— Publishers Weekly (starred review) -
★ "A stunning work that deeply explores poetry, the complexities of identity, and the longing for love.
— Kirkus Reviews, starred review -
★ "A mesmerizing verse novel and a gripping exploration of the hyper-policing of Black girls’ bodies and sexuality.
— Publishers Weekly, starred review -
★ "Elhillo has created more than a cautionary tale. Much like the tale of Persephone’s abduction, she has crafted a story that contains misery, but at its very core, harbors hope.
— Booklist, starred review -
Told through emails, letters, and poetry in its many forms, Samira’s story becomes one to remember.
— School Library Journal -
An achingly gorgeous novel in verse that explodes with emotion and heart.
— Kim Johnson, bestselling author of This is My America and Invisible Son. -
Crackles with energy...In a word, gorgeous.
— Samira Ahmed, New York Times bestselling author of Internment and Hollow Fires.
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Finalist for the Kirkus Prize for YA Fiction
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About Safia Elhillo
Safia Elhillo is an award-winning poet and author. Her debut young adult novel in verse, Home Is Not a Country, was longlisted for the National Book Award and received a Coretta Scott King Author Honor and an Arab American Book Award. She has also been a Pushcart Prize nominee, co-winner of the 2015 Brunel International African Poetry Prize, and listed in Forbes Africa’s 2018 “30 Under 30.”