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Amal is a Year‑11 student attending an exclusive prep school in suburban Melbourne, Australia. As she embraces her faith, Amal decides to wear the hijab full‑time—an act that sparks conversations and challenges among classmates.
The novel explores Amal’s journey to maintain her cultural identity, personal style, and sense of belonging without losing herself. Through candid interactions, humor, and the supportive backdrop of high school, readers follow Amal as she balances tradition with modern life in an Australian setting.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Randa Abdel-Fattah
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