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ceri124's review against another edition
4.5
4.5*
A very powerful read, although I am an atheist, I can see how beliefs can help people in their lives. This was a book I didn’t want to put down, the plot and writing were very good. I think what stops it being a 5* is likely my struggles to relate to the contents of the book (so it is not fault of the book), but I’m still glad to have read it and gain a bit better understanding of Muslims and their faith. Also love reading from a Palestinian author
A very powerful read, although I am an atheist, I can see how beliefs can help people in their lives. This was a book I didn’t want to put down, the plot and writing were very good. I think what stops it being a 5* is likely my struggles to relate to the contents of the book (so it is not fault of the book), but I’m still glad to have read it and gain a bit better understanding of Muslims and their faith. Also love reading from a Palestinian author
nmia's review against another edition
3.75
The story was interesting and some very important themes were explored. However, it felt like some parts were missing and weren't explored or covered.
mirashay's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
amygraver1's review against another edition
4.0
The Beauty of Your Face is beautifully written and engaging.
"Be merciful to others and you will receive mercy"
The Beauty of Your Face is about Afaf, who is a daughter of Palestinian immigrant and the principal of a Muslim girls school in the Chicago Suburbs. We follow Afaf and her family from 1976 up until present day, dipping in and out of time periods (1976,1985, 1993 and 2002) to a radical alt right school shooting at Afaf's school.
As we walk through the life of Afaf we get to know her family and follow her journey to finding solace within the Islamic community. This novel was extremely powerful and covered a huge range of topics and themes, the most interesting themes in my opinion being mental illness, community and family. Mustafah illustrated the struggle of being a Muslim woman in America eloquently and explored the expectations that come both from within your community and outside. This novel addressed racism and religious discrimination in all its forms, especially some of the more covert discrimination. I truly felt invested in each character in this novel and I loved Baba's insightful wisdom.
I highly recommend! I also I cannot believe this is Mustafah's first novel. WOW!
This honest review is in exchange for a free copy via Netgalley
"Be merciful to others and you will receive mercy"
The Beauty of Your Face is about Afaf, who is a daughter of Palestinian immigrant and the principal of a Muslim girls school in the Chicago Suburbs. We follow Afaf and her family from 1976 up until present day, dipping in and out of time periods (1976,1985, 1993 and 2002) to a radical alt right school shooting at Afaf's school.
As we walk through the life of Afaf we get to know her family and follow her journey to finding solace within the Islamic community. This novel was extremely powerful and covered a huge range of topics and themes, the most interesting themes in my opinion being mental illness, community and family. Mustafah illustrated the struggle of being a Muslim woman in America eloquently and explored the expectations that come both from within your community and outside. This novel addressed racism and religious discrimination in all its forms, especially some of the more covert discrimination. I truly felt invested in each character in this novel and I loved Baba's insightful wisdom.
I highly recommend! I also I cannot believe this is Mustafah's first novel. WOW!
This honest review is in exchange for a free copy via Netgalley
homieloverfriendx's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
marieakeith's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Nice time jumps and nice ending.
nikabartoo's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
rachelsoko's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
whatchapterareyouon's review against another edition
dark
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25