A Very Large Expanse of Sea Lib/E by Tahereh Mafi (English) Compact Disc Book

Description: A Very Large Expanse of Sea Lib/E by Tahereh Mafi, Priya Ayyar A National Book Award Longlist title!From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Shatter Me series comes a powerful, heartrending contemporary novel about fear, first love, and the devastating impact of prejudice.Its 2002, a year after 9/11. Its an extremely turbulent time politically, but especially so for someone like Shirin, a sixteen-year-old Muslim girl whos tired of being stereotyped.Shirin is never surprised by how horrible people can be. Shes tired of the rude stares, the degrading comments--even the physical violence--she endures as a result of her race, her religion, and the hijab she wears every day. So shes built up protective walls and refuses to let anyone close enough to hurt her. Instead, she drowns her frustrations in music and spends her afternoons break-dancing with her brother.But then she meets Ocean James. Hes the first person in forever who really seems to want to get to know Shirin. It terrifies her--they seem to come from two irreconcilable worlds--and Shirin has had her guard up for so long that shes not sure shell ever be able to let it down. FORMAT Compact Disc LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Tahereh Mafi is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Shatter Me series, Furthermore, and Whichwood. She can usually be found overcaffeinated and stuck in a book.Priya Ayyar is an audiobook narrator, actor, and writer with a BFA and MFA from NYUs Tisch School of the Arts. Her acting credits for television and film include Law & Order: Criminal Intent, All My Children, and the documentary The Children of War. She has appeared on stage in War of the Unheard, Aminta, and The Road Home, and she has written and performed in the plays Karmic Fusion and Losing Remote Control. Review A raw yet astoundingly elegant examination of identity, loneliness, and family that is unflinching in its honesty and power. Tahereh Mafi holds nothing back.-- "Sabaa Tahir, #1 New York Times bestselling author"It is not easy to incorporate important cultural themes in a young adult novel that also satisfies the social, romantic needs of teen readers. Not only does Mafi pull it off beautifully, but she exceeds expectations by delving deeply into characterization as well. Her writing is nuanced, smart, and lacks the sentimentality that often weighs down young adult books.-- "School Library Journal (starred review)"Mafi infuses a contemporary love story with a heartbreakingly realistic portrait of one post-9/11 Muslim life in the United States. Mafi openly addresses many common misconceptions about Islam and what it means to be a woman of color in the face of racism, showing how differences can be applauded, not feared.-- "Publishers Weekly"Reads like a beautiful heart-one that shines and aches and yearns, and above all else, one that loves fiercely against all odds. A transcendent story about truth, love, and finding joy.-- "Marie Lu, #1 New York Times bestselling author"This is a gorgeous book. Its tender and fierce, beautiful even as it depicts some ugly truths. Taherehs prose is passionate and honest, unsentimental and big-hearted.-- "Nicola Yoon, #1 New York Times bestselling author"Visceral, honest...Rich characters, incisive writing, and a powerful story will thrill readers beyond Mafis already stalwart fans.-- "Booklist (starred review)" Review Quote "Visceral, honest...Rich characters, incisive writing, and a powerful story will thrill readers beyond Mafis already stalwart fans." Details ISBN1982555777 Author Priya Ayyar Language English Year 2018 ISBN-10 1982555777 ISBN-13 9781982555771 Format Compact Disc Publication Date 2018-10-16 Playing time 403 Audience Age 13-17 Publisher HarperCollins Imprint HarperCollins Edition Description Library Edition Narrator Priya Ayyar DEWEY FIC Audience Teenage / Young adult We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158550509;

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