A review by bookishtrina
Farah Rocks Fifth Grade by Susan Muaddi Darraj

5.0

Farah Rocks Fifth Grade by Susan Muaddi Darraj was a superb read. It's so appropriate for young readers. My daughter is in 5th grade and she loved it; however, her 3rd-grade sister also liked it. This story teaches why telling the truth is important and that family and friends can help you with any challenges if you just let them. It's right on message with the current climate of the challenges faced by youngsters today.

Synopsis www.amazon.com
Farah and her best friend, Allie Liu, are getting excited to turn in their applications to the Magnet Academy, where they both hope to attend sixth grade. But when new girl Dana Denver shows up, Farah's world is turned upside down. As Dana starts bullying Farah's little brother, Samir, Farah begins to second-guess her choice to leave him behind at Harbortown Elementary/Middle School. Determined to handle it on her own, Farah comes up with a plan--a plan that involves lying to those closest to her. Will her lies catch up with her, or can Farah find a way to defeat the bully and rock fifth grade?

I received an advanced review copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley for my honest opinion. Opinions expressed here are entirely my own.