"Faruqi depicts strong community bonds, seamlessly interweaving Adnan's Pakistani Muslim identity... an emotional tale of a family's grief and healing, full of courage and hope." - Kirkus Reviews
"Faruqi renders this tender story of loss with a deft hand, employing vivid details surrounding Adnan's Pakistani Muslim identity... and nuanced characterizations to present a tear-jerking ode to family." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Reem Faruqi is the acclaimed author of Do You Even Know Me?, Call Me Adnan, Milloo's Mind, Anisa's International Day, Golden Girl, and Unsettled, which is loosely based on Reem's own story. She is also the author of ALA Notable Books Lailah's Lunchbox and Amira's Picture Day, and the award-winning I Can Help. Of Pakistani descent, Reem immigrated to Peachtree City, Georgia, in the United States from the United Arab Emirates when she was thirteen years old. Reem is also a teacher and photographer who loves to doodle. She lives in Atlanta with her husband and three daughters. Visit her online at reemfaruqi.com.
