I love I Hate I Miss My Sister

Reviewed by: Carla McAllister - New Gloucester Public Library, New Gloucester, Choose Library District

Review Date: October 7, 2014

Review

Sohane and Djelila are Muslim sisters living in America with but a year between their ages; Sohane is a senior, Djelila is a junior in high school. They have always been extremely close, Sohane lovingly taking care of her younger sister. But when their paths veer from one another, Sohane is worried for Djelila's safety and well-being. Sohane wishes to embrace her religion by wearing a head scarf, which is against the law in her school; Djelila wishes to live life to the fullest by wearing skimpy clothing, dating boys and flaunting her hair. The consequences for each of them are big, one is dire. Based on true events, this book would be a wonderful choice to prompt discussions about religious freedom and the important choices one must sometimes make. There is a helpful glossary included of Muslim words and phrases.

Overall Book Score: excellent