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School Library Journal
Reviewed on June 1, 2011 | Grades 5-up
Gr 6–10—When 13-year-old Khadija is sent from her home and family in Somalia to live with another family already settled in London, her life takes some surprising turns. While walking in her neighborhood, she is spotted by famous fashion designer Sandy Dexter and asked to be the "face" of her new line. Meanwhile, back in Somalia, her younger brother is kidnapped and held for $10,000 ransom. Khadija is uncertain what to do on both counts and turns...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2011
Three young people--Freya, Khadija, and Abdi--narrate their tale of conflicting cultures and intersecting identities in this story set in co...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
