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Oh, man…this book hurt my heart. However, it further solidified my opinion that Sabaa Tahir will always be an automatic-buy author for me. Whether it‘s fantasy or YA literature, her words are incredible.

This is a dual-timeline novel, one timeline taking place in Pakistan in perhaps the early 2000s, and the other taking place in California “now.” Our two California characters are Salahudin and Noor, teenaged best friends who have had a falling out. Our Pakistan POV character is Misbah, Salahudin‘s mom (hopefully this is not a spoiler; you find this out quickly within the novel). She is telling the story of her marriage and move to California.

This one has been on my list for a long time and I'm so glad I finally read it. If it's on your list, don't wait. Dual narrative and I could decide which MC I liked more. Such an important story of love, grief, and forgiveness.

I am really interested in learning more about Sal‘s issues with physical touch. Chapter 17 is the second time his hatred for it is mentioned. I think it‘s interesting how he describes being unsure of why he doesn‘t like it but that he really wants to when he is hugging Noor. I want to see if that dynamic is eventually unpacked.

I really like how this book is written. I love how the readers get the different points of view from each character. I feel like the readers get a better understanding of this community‘s dynamics because of the different perspectives. I also love the different flashbacks to Pakistan.

Auntie Mishab‘s death was extremely sad and disheartening. My heart broke for Noor because even though Sal rejected her, she continued to be there for his family. I cannot imagine how traumatized she was from the experience and having to be the responsible party. I also feel like Mishab's dying wish, presumably for Noor to forgive Sal, is wild.

At the very beginning of the book, I was conflicted about Noor‘s uncle Chachu. I thought it was amazing how much he had done for her and the amount he gave up in order to raise her. With that being said, I felt like he resented her. I had a hard time labeling him as selfish considering all he gave up, but I didn't like how he told her she couldn‘t apply to college because he wanted to go back. Now I just label him as abusive.

Finished June, just started July, still working on May....but all set for August #bookspin!!

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This is my second chosen book! I found this story to be very raw and emotional. For instance, this book touches on hard themes, like alcoholism and poverty. I am unsure if this is a book I would have in my classroom due to the mature themes, but I would recommend it to students outside of class.

One aspect I really like about this book is how to handles relationships. The two main characters, Sal and Noor, are childhood best friends. Throughout the book, the author explores the complexities of having romantic feelings for your friends through these characters. Not only do I think students would relate to this topic, but I also think it‘s handled in a very realistic why by having the author show both sides of the story.

My second chosen book is “All My Rage.” This book centers around a young Pakistani immigrant who does not feel at place in the world after being forced to move out of her home country. I really like how informative this book is on Pakistani culture! Before reading this, I did not know a lot about Pakistan, but the author does a great job at exploring this country and its culture!

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This was an incredibly well told story of two Pakistani American teens and their families. Although the main story is when they‘re high school seniors, we learn a lot of family history for both. I felt many emotions while experiencing the lives of both Salahudin and Noor. They face some very difficult situations but come through with hope in the end.

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A close-up look at Pakistani- American teens , their families, & their struggles.

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I will be reading May's pick for a while, but June #bookspin is in!!

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An excellent contemporary YA about two Pakistani teens growing up in a small Mojave town, both dealing with big issues around drugs, money, illness, and abuse. Very highly recommended.

April #bookspin done❣️

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I just finished February's pick so time to get March #bookspin in!

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February #nookspin time❣️

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January 2024 #bookspin time. Time is flying!

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Super powerful book. I loved the story and the writing and the way this just kept my attention from start to finish. Difficult book to read because of the content, but very worth it!

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Thanks so much Joey!! I am looking forward to reading this one! 💜❤️💜

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Just wow. This is a type of book I am sure will stay with me for a long time. An emotional journey for our two protagonists as they grow up and learn to move beyond the loneliness and abuse they have dealt with in life.

Audio-library book. Each voice overs for Noor and Sal did incredible. Thought I would cry from Noors outbursts. Both Pakistan teens have the roughest life I‘ve read in a while. Let alone it just kept getting worse; no break at all. Noor has so much deserved anger at the world inside. Liked how that was explained with her process of thought. Glad there was no fairytale ending. Felt so real; like it could be anyone.
God is like water

This was so so good! I‘ve read Tahirs fantasy stuff and loved it, and this one is just as well done!! Just read it 🤘🏽

Moved by the ending.
Love the following quotes from this book:

* God is like water, finding the unknowable path when we cannot.

*There is more to life than the things in front of you.

I‘ve been sick and done nothing but lay in bed for the last 2 days. This was an excellent distraction from the yuckiness that is Covid, even if the story had me in tears in more than one occasion

There is a clear reason why this book won the National Book Award and The Printz Award for Excellence. It might very well be the best Young Adult novel I have ever read. Sabaa Tahir takes a multi generational family story and brilliantly weaves together both the past and the present. This is a story of love, friendship, and ultimately of forgiveness.

𝓢𝓹𝓻𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓡𝓮𝓪𝓭𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓒𝓱𝓪𝓵𝓵𝓮𝓷𝓰𝓮

𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐌𝐲 𝐑𝐚𝐠𝐞 by 𝐒𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐚 𝐓𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐫, a bonus selection in the annual 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞, is a contemporary YA novel about family, forgiveness, love & loss across generations & a National Book Award & Printz Award for Excellence in Young Adult Literature winner. The story about young people finding their place in the world sounds intriguting.

Although this author writes YA it doesn't read that way. I'm not sure what I was expecting with this one but the book ended up being so much more than I counted on. Noor and Sal are complex characters and the culture clash they experience is eye opening and heartbreaking. This is one that should be read by everyone. It's made my keeper bookcase.

So far this YA novel that focuses on two Pakistani teens feels more like an adult novel and I am hooked.

This is a book about two Pakistani kids growing up in the States and trying to survive. Noor and Sal are ex-friends who are brought back together after Sal's mother dies and Sal is willing to do anything to keep the family business going. Noor just wants to escape to college.
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I can now understand completely why this book has received so much praise; it is one of the best YA books I've ever read.

Going in I wasn't quite sure what the book was about, and I avoided even reading the synopsis. This story of friendship and growing up is beautiful, heartbreaking, and hopeful. It made me angry, it made me laugh, and it made me tear up several times.

It's a wonderful book and I highly recommend it.

This was wonderful. I loved the main characters, there are many hard topics addressed, but it is done in a conscious and natural way.
My one dislike was the flashbacks to Sal's mom's past. I didn't like being taken out of the current story, but I appreciate in doing so we are given a deeper history.

There is something so special about reading a new book and having an older favorite book mentioned, especially when that older book isn't considered a classic. ❤️

This is a compelling well-written novel that I inhaled. A major theme to me is you never truly know what's happening inside someone else's four walls. We constantly make assumptions about why humans behave and make the choices they do with incomplete information. Highly recommend to high school students or anyone who enjoys YA novels.

Absolutely stunning. I know I‘m late to the game on this one, but it is so worthy of every bit of of praise and accolade.
Also, I‘m aware my dumb bag of chai is swill compared to what they truly make in this book, but I found myself captivated by the food and drink throughout the whole thing. So I had to make do with what I had on hand.

Written for readers who enjoy having their heart squeezed by the giant hand of bleak experiences. And there‘s a playlist!
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My review of this book can be found on my YouTube Vlog at:

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Enjoy!

This review is written by 15 year old Trish, who absolutely loved it and thinks Noor and Misbah are great female characters. Despite the crap they had to deal with.
Adult Trish would like to say these teenagers made some bad decisions and is that really the appropriate ending!
Overall, a good read 😁 with some great music.
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So very very true about grief.

#quicklunchtimeread a slight upgrade on the Pringles!
Enjoying the book so far.

I mostly enjoyed this YA story about two Muslim HS students living in California. The book started out very strong but towards the end it petered out a bit. Teens Noor & Salahudin are childhood friends but now they are on the outs until a tragedy brings them back together only leading to new trouble. Audio narration was excellent. #52Books23 #OneOfTheSevenDeadlySins would work for other prompts as well 😍#Booked2023 #QuietYA

As I‘m waiting for my pre-order to drop I started this audio and it‘s FANTASTIC!!!! #QuietYA #Booked2023 #52Books23 #FeaturingOneOfTheSevenDeadlySins

There‘s a lot going on in this YA book. It‘s engaging, plot twists and turns, likeable characters who make some mistakes, and mostly believable reactions. There‘s a few flaws, but my teenage daughter would love this book, she would see strong female characters, and that‘s what makes this book receive a good recommendation.

All My Rage by Sabaa Tahir is a beautiful and meaningful story about Salahudin and Noor. They are young high school students who are facing unthinkable circumstances. Though they often make the wrong choices, they must always deal with the consequences. They are sympathetic characters who captured my heart & had me rooting for them. This is a novel that teaches empathy & understanding with being a bit difficult to read at first but well worth it.