You Think You Know Me

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The writing itself was okay and it was fast paced enough and had enough happening in the plot that it did keep me engaged and wanting to read more. I was a little confused on the writing style though, it felt a bit like it couldn’t decide who its audience was. I’d say given the themes and the age of the characters this would’ve typically been aimed at older teens, but the writing style and mannerisms of the characters didn’t really reflect a slightly more mature teen book at all. The writing did feel a bit juvenile. But isn’t that a disservice to our diversity? If we try to make everyone the same, are we saying there’s no room for any difference in the world? And if we continue to fear the things we don’t understand, can there ever be space for growth and humanity?”

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This is a story of finding your courage and voice to speak up for yourself to find your authentic self and live life for yourself and not have to make yourself palatable to the white gaze. This is one of those books that breaks your soul apart and leaves it bleeding for the characters (and real world individuals) that suffer from the relentless harassment and hate crimes just because they look different and pray to a different god than those that are around them. I spent most of my time reading this book so incredibly angry at the bullying that was happening in this book, because nobody in this universe, even a fictional character, should be subjected to what Hanan and her community go through. Mohamud’s writing brilliantly voices Hanan’s character and emotions and also shapes the various supporting characters of the story too, making them and their experiences feel authentic and really brings the important messages at the heart of this book across. The relationships, both those involving family and friends, were so wholesome and though there were some very hard moments to get through in the story there were also some wonderfully heart-warming and humorous scenes too.

I genuinely loved Hanan, who was such a warm, brave and fiercely loving character who, despite the hardships and vitriol thrown her way, has powered through with a dignity, integrity and determination that I am in awe of—living in her shoes (if only for the day and half it took me the finish this) was a deeply moving, and eye-opening experience that I won’t soon forget. A powerful and poignant piece of young adult fiction that really and honestly grapples with hurt, fear and stereotyping that surrounds the Muslim community. The power here comes through the strong voice of the narrator, her story and her fight.

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Hanan has always been the good, quiet, well-behaved girl that she not wants to be, but has to be. She’s already a target for bullying by a group at school her friends call The Braids (mean girls amped up) and being loud, speaking up, would make her more of a target for their hate. Even her teachers use her for her image as their flawless, poster child for a Muslim student at the school. But Hanan has dreams, wishes, and desires to speak her mind and stand up for herself and every other person that gets the same racist undertones (which is just blatant racism most of the time.) This is one of those books that breaks your soul apart and leaves it bleeding for the characters (and real world individuals) that suffer from the relentless harassment and hate crimes just because they look different and pray to a different god than those that are around them. I spent most of my time reading this book so incredibly angry at the bullying that was happening in this book, because nobody in this universe, even a fictional character, should be subject Without realizing, and without much resistance, that’s the kind of person I’ve become. The lunch bell rang ten minutes ago, and I was supposed to go meet my friends, but for some reason I’m still here at this empty desk in this near-empty library, trying to make a dent in this never-ending study list. I read this blurb and knew the book would hurt, and so it should. Reading this was tense because I came to care for Hanan. Her life had it's tough elements, then the things that happened around her and to her increased that difficulty ten fold. Hanan had a strong family but it was fraying in many ways. She’s texting her mum, Isha replies. They’re planning a trip to some town in Switzerland they’re yet to visit.Hanan has always been good and quiet. She accepts her role as her school's perfect Muslim poster girl. She ignores the racist bullies. A closed mouth is gold - it helps you get home in one piece. Isha gives her a side-eye as she draws out her favourite cherry blossom lip-gloss from her blazer, applying a generous amount. If she could have it her way, she’d be wearing full-face make-up every day for school, but she makes do with what she can get away with. Hanan does her best to keep her head down, study hard and follow her mum’s advice that ‘a closed mouth is gold’. Andrea and Nasra however aren’t so willing to ignore Jessica and her ‘Mean Girls’ gang and encourage Hanan to stand up for herself, especially when Hanan’s younger sisters face similar bullying. And this is actually due to several reasons. Its wonderful storyline, powerful and vibrant characters, highlightimg racial discrimination and most importantly hatred against a community based on faith. Ayaan describes all of these aspects in a very fascinating way. Cats: I just couldn't connect with it. The book had a few good points, but none that I like in a book.

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The awful things she goes through really stung. Just a small representation of what Muslims go through everyday. And constantly endure. So this book is not going to be an easy read as it contains some distressing scenes which I have mentioned in the content warning.She smiles sheepishly. Sorry, sorry, she says. Do you guys know the kind of dedication and commitment it takes to run an established Jimin fan account? It’s basically a full-time job. Anger becomes an ugly, dangerous thing when you fling it around with your eyes closed… Open your eyes, macaanto, before you hurt someone with your words.”