Library's review
Naila is a young Pakistani American living the life of a normal teenager until her parents force her into an arranged marriage in Pakistan. An intense, suspenseful story of the realities of forced marriages. Author’s Note, Resources.
Genres
Lexile
L
Publication
Nancy Paulsen Books (2015), Edition: First Edition, 304 pages
Description
"Naila's vacation to visit relatives in Pakistan turns into a nightmare when she discovers her parents want to force her to marry a man she's never met"--
Awards
Grand Canyon Reader Award (Nominee — Teen — 2019)
California Young Reader Medal (Nominee — 2019)
Westchester Fiction Award (Winner — 2016)
Volunteer State Book Award (Nominee — High School — 2019)
Georgia Peach Book Award for Teen Readers (Nominee — 2017)
Rhode Island Teen Book Award (Nominee — 2018)
CCBC Choices (2016)
Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers (Selection — Fiction — 2016)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2015-03-24
ISBN
0399171703 / 9780399171703
DDC/MDS
| 813.6 |