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Nayra and the Djinn
- Subject
- Comics & Graphic Novels - Fairy Tales, Folklore, Legends & M
- Age
- 9-12 years
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Pages
- 256
- Publisher
- Penguin Young Readers Group
- Size
- 14.0 cm × 20.8 cm
- ISBN
- 9780593117125
In this coming-of-age graphic novel with a fantastical twist, Nayra Mansour, a Muslim American girl, is helped on her journey to selfhood by a djinn.
Nothing is going right for Nayra Mansour. There's the constant pressure from her strict family, ruthless bullying from her classmates, and exhausting friendship demands from Rami –the only other Muslim girl at school. Nayra has had enough. Just when she's considering transferring schools to escape it all, a mysterious djinn named Marjan appears.
As a djinn, a mythical being in Islamic folklore, Marjan uses their powers and wisdom to help Nayra navigate her overwhelming life. But Marjan's past is fraught with secrets, guilt, and trouble, and if they don’t face what they’ve done, Nayra could pay the price.
In this beautifully illustrated graphic novel, Iasmin Omar Ata has created a realistic coming-of-age story with an enchanting dose of the fantastical about strength, identity, and, most of all, friendship.
Nothing is going right for Nayra Mansour. There's the constant pressure from her strict family, ruthless bullying from her classmates, and exhausting friendship demands from Rami –the only other Muslim girl at school. Nayra has had enough. Just when she's considering transferring schools to escape it all, a mysterious djinn named Marjan appears.
As a djinn, a mythical being in Islamic folklore, Marjan uses their powers and wisdom to help Nayra navigate her overwhelming life. But Marjan's past is fraught with secrets, guilt, and trouble, and if they don’t face what they’ve done, Nayra could pay the price.
In this beautifully illustrated graphic novel, Iasmin Omar Ata has created a realistic coming-of-age story with an enchanting dose of the fantastical about strength, identity, and, most of all, friendship.
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What reviewers said
“This book radiates warmth and light. I want to read it a million times.” —BRYAN LEE O’MALLEY, New York Times bestselling author of the Scott Pilgrim series
“Iasmin Omar Ata weaves together fantastical folklore with the grounded reality of a young girl’s coming of age. A thoughtful and unique meditation on faith and belonging.”
“Nayra and the Djinn is luminous, beautiful, and inviting. A tale that touches on the complexities of identity, friendship, and magic that draws you in from page one. Iasmin Omar Ata gives readers another gem of a graphic novel.”
“Nayra and the Djinn is a beautifully illustrated coming-of-age story that touches on complicated adolescent friendships, shared history and culture, and family expectations, all with an exciting magical twist.”
"Subtle and powerful emotions, changes between djinn and human worlds, and the passage of time are all conveyed as much through shifting hues and palettes as they are through the text or the striking illustrations themselves. This makes for an ultimately hopeful coming-of-age story that expertly cues readers to emotionally connect with Nayra’s growth."
"Presenting a slice of life with a tinge of magic, the story’s overall mellow tone is heightened by the color palette’s deep jewel tones. . . Fresh and interesting."
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