I Am Thunder

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Review ------ An uplifting, empowering novel with hope at its heart (Observer Children's Book of the Week) This one is special . . . Muhammad Khan has created a powerful, sophisticated and intensely likeable female narrator in this thrilling novel, which punches well above the weight of most debuts (Alex O'Connell, The Times Children's Book of the Week) With its superb heroine, pitch-perfect dialogue, and sensitive examination of extremism preying on naivety, this assured, hopeful debut feels unprecedented and essential (Imogen Russell Williams Guardian) Funny and clever - a perspective long overdue in British fiction (Alex Wheatle, Guardian prize-winning author of Crongton Knights) This fierce, fresh UK debut has one of the most distinctive narrators I've read in ages. Muzna's warmth and heart transform what could have been a gritty "issues" book into a powerful call for hope and standing up for your beliefs (Bookseller) This is a poignant coming of age story about a young girl trying to work out where she fits in the world, and who she can trust (Scotsman) Fans of Skins and The Hate U Give will feel right at home here (BuzzFeed) [An] important, and well-needed YA novel. It will inspire Muslim teens who are looking for realistic representation in literature . . . [and] celebrates diversity. (The Bookbag) An exciting new voice in YA (Netgalley Books of the Month) Buy it, read it, devour it... A powerful story with a voice that was needed. YA world, you don't know the thunder that is coming your way! (Samia Sharif, ssharifbooks.wordpress.com) Book Description ---------------- I am thunder . . . and I won't keep quiet. A shy girl trying to find her place in the world is forced to stand up and be heard when she uncovers a dangerous secret.