A review by ajlaobic
The ordeal of being known by Malia Rose

4.0

What an amazing debut novel, AND it's written by a Palestinian author! & This is quite a short, quick read that really packs a punch due to how raw, deep, emotional, & moving it is.

Layla grew up with a mother who was jealous of her & who physically & emotionally abused her, yet Layla was always so incredibly strong & her heart remained pure. I know Malia put some of herself into the character of Layla, so thank you for sharing a little bit of your story with us, Malia