You Think You Know Me

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The language and subject matter make the book more suitable for an older readership and it would serve as a valuable text for reading groups where issues of identity, integration and loyalty could be discussed with older pupils. Nadiya Hussain said: "I'm absolutely delighted to be one of the Ambassadors for The Reading Agency's World Book Night 2023 on Sunday 23 April, the nation's biggest celebration of books and reading, and the positive impact they have on our lives. To me personally, reading means so much: it allows me to transport into a world outside of my own. Through reading, I can carve out a physical time for myself to do something that I really enjoy. That is why I can't wait to take part in the Reading Hour, between 7-8pm on World Book Night - an opportunity to take some time out on your Sunday evening to escape into a book, talk about a book, or even listen to an audiobook! The Reading Agency has put together a wonderful booklist of reading recommendations, in case you need any inspiration. From the list, the books I particularly love are: You Think You Know Me by Ayaan Mohamud, Maybe I Don't Belong Here by David Harewood, This Way Out by Tufayel Ahmed, Dead Man Talking by Roddy Doyle. I wish everyone a brilliant World Book Night and let's get reading!" This is a genre I like to see being written. The subject is too important to brush aside and the more readers these titles find, the better. This is such an important read. It’s a hard look at bullying, racism and islamophobia. Even though it’s a tough topic it is written so beautifully. I loved the insight into Somali culture and as a non religious person I really enjoyed reading Hanan’s reflections and what her religion meant to her. Hanan is so badass and just an incredible character. I loved her friends and family but also the realistic portreal of not always getting on. It's a heartbreaking read in places and I definitely cried a few times. It shows beautifully that just because someone lives their life differently doesn't mean it's wrong. Highly recommend. especially for YA who may be struggling with feeling different. For so long Hanan has relied on staying quiet - but then her friend is murdered and not just one, but the entire Muslim community is 'obviously' to blame.

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Somehow, Hussein and I managed to get through the next three years together in one piece. It never stopped being hard, but it did get a little easier. We made a few new friends, began making some good memories, and we stayed well away from Luke and his mates. 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. YTYM is a necessary read. After the media coverage of a murder in North West London renders the perpetrator a terrorist based only on race, Hanan Ali, a Muslim Somalian, straight A achieving student, faces bullying and islamophobia at her prestigious grammar school. Hanan always tries to keep a low profile at school, her ultimate goal is to pass the admissions test to Medical School, but the onslaught of abuse from her peers and condescending attitude by the principal isolates Hanan further. The story broke my heart in so many places, especially the second half; Hanan and the bond she shares with her twin brother Hussein is everything. This is a story about finding your voice to stand up against hate crime and the beauty in diversity. Hanan has always been good and quiet. She accepts her role as her school's perfect Muslim poster girl. She ignores the racist bullies.That was the moment I realized that even though Aabo was no longer with us, my family and I still had each other to protect. I would never be vulnerable. Not with them around. I appreciated how much insight we got into the other characters; they all made the story come together. As part of World Book Night, The Reading Agency will be gifting over 68,000 books to organisations across the country to give to people who don't regularly read for pleasure or with limited access to books. This year's 400 recipients include 89 arts organisations or charities, 47 hospitals or health centres, 39 prisons and young offender institutions. This was such a thought-provoking read. The author has woven the history of Hanan's family fleeing Somalia as refugees, the loss of their father who was murdered during their escape, their faith as Muslims and prejudice that they face, the financial struggle for Hanan's mother and pressure felt by the eldest son to provide for the family. I'd recommend this book to fans of The Hate U Give and I Am Thunder. I hope it brings change.

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No, but, Hafsa, I did what you said…they, I didn’t mean, but, but…it didn’t— Sumaya’s head hangs low, the frilly tassels on her grey headscarf falling to whisper gently against her cheeks. I’m sorry, Hafsa. I didn’t get the crayons. For some reason, I hadn’t been able to stop thinking about the police sirens the entire hour of last period chemistry. Even now, I can’t seem to shake it off. Where I live, I’m used to hearing the police all the time, so I don’t know what it is that’s got me so on edge.

She was with them but never with them, I’d argued. You know she’s never been as bad as Jessica, Sarah or Divya. And I feel a little bad. She doesn’t have anyone to hang out with." Informed by the author’s experiences, the novel shares the story of Hanan, who lost herfather as she and her family fled civil war in Somalia. Now living in London with her mum,grandmother, twin brother and little sisters, Hanan is a model student, dedicated to herloving family, and to the memory of her beloved dad. The Natural Health Service: What the Great Outdoors Can Do For Your Mind written and narrated by Isabel Hardman (Bolinda Audio) We follow Hanan who dreams of following in her late father’s footsteps and becoming a doctor so is determined to work hard towards the entrance exam that is looming around the corner. However, when a local incident gives rise to heightened Islamophobia in the community and a potential change in school policies Hanan must decide whether she is going to keep her head down and be the token Muslim student she is expected to be or if she is going to use her voice to speak for what is right. You Think You Know Me by Ayaan Mohamud. This was such a profound read. Thank you to the publisher and @zekrazaina for the ARC :) release date: 2nd Feb.

I never encountered a Somali character in books growing up

There is also Somali rep which was so wonderful to see. From the language to food to family dynamics. Impressive, Nasra says, smirking. We’re going to have to throw you a party when you finally hit a hundred. As a British Muslim myself I am fortunate to have lived in diverse communities and attended schools where incidents like those that occurred in this book are rare but you just have to go looking into the news to see that they are more than just fiction. The predictability of the plot lost points in what otherwise was a good book about a Somali Muslim girl who was bullied at school (by "the Braids", a group of super popular girls) and ultimately targeted by others because of her religion. At one point, the school wants to create rules that would ban headscarves - but there are only three students who wear them, and it's their choice not imposed by others. At another, Hamam is paired with the worst Braid as a peer tutor: anyone want to guess how that will end up?Louise Pentland said: "I am honoured to support World Book Night on the 23rd April - I am a big believer in the work The Reading Agency do. Being an author, I see the true value in reading and writing - It genuinely opens up the world to education, adventure and communities which is so powerful. I'm here to celebrate reading and the joy it can bring!" These two are such antisocial trash, she says, releasing me and indicating Lily and Isha, who are both absorbed with their phones. I’ve had no one to talk to for the last five minutes, she complains. She slides off her gold-rimmed glasses, cleaning the lenses with the edge of her headscarf, and makes a face. A stunning debut about finding the strength to speak up against hate and fear, for fans of The Hate U Give and I Am Thunder. Shaparak Khorsandi said: "World Book Night is the best night of the year! I'm so excited to be joining the wonderful crew of ambassadors for such an important campaign, celebrating reading, books, readers, and how amazing all of the above are! During Reading Hour, everyone should be grabbing a good book and set some time aside to read, and from the reading list, I've got my eyes on Ayaan Mohamud's You Think You Know Me. So let's all join in the celebrations and get reading!" You Think You Know me is targeted at the YA market, it’s been a long, long time since I fitted into this category!!! But don’t let that put you off it’s a powerful, heartbreaking and beautiful written piece of fiction. The book looks at what it’s like to be a young British muslim experiencing and dealing with islamaphobia.

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Nasra looks at her with disdain and snorts. "Haven’t you heard? Love actually kills all. Look at what happened to Romeo and Juliet. Both too dumb in love to stay alive for it. And anyway, Lily, stop creeping on your best friend’s twin brother. You might as well claim you’re in love with this one, too, because they’re basically identical," she says, indicating me. What were some of the key inspirations behind your story writing? Especially for the character of Hanan.

The story follows a 17 year old student Hanan Ali, who goes through a difficult situation after the death of her respected friend Michael Fleming. The murderer is declared by the police as a Muslim. That’s why Hanan and other Muslims students in the school are in a dangerous situation. Now Hanan, who remained silent despite the discriminations she had to suffer decides to raise her voice against this hatred. PDF / EPUB File Name: You_Think_You_Know_Me_-_Ayaan_Mohamud.pdf, You_Think_You_Know_Me_-_Ayaan_Mohamud.epub I’m cut off again by more sirens. Not an ambulance this time but one, two…no, four police cars. I see bursts of red, white and blue through the bushes. They disappear in seconds, and we’re left with the quiet rumble of regular traffic once more.