Nayra and the Djinn (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780593117125)

In this coming-of-age graphic novel with a fantastical twist, Nayra Mansour, a Muslim American girl, is helped on her journey to selfhood by a djinn.

Nothing is going right for Nayra Mansour. There's the constant pressure from her strict family, ruthless bullying from her classmates, and exhausting friendship demands from Rami -the only other Muslim girl at school. Nayra has had enough. Just when she's considering transferring schools to escape it all, a mysterious djinn named Marjan appears.

As a djinn, a mythical being in Islamic folklore, Marjan uses their powers and wisdom to help Nayra navigate her overwhelming life. But Marjan's past is fraught with secrets, guilt, and trouble, and if they don't face what they've done, Nayra could pay the price.

In this beautifully illustrated graphic novel, Iasmin Omar Ata has created a realistic coming-of-age story with an enchanting dose of the fantastical about strength, identity, and, most of all, friendship.

Author: Iasmin Omar Ata
ISBN-10: 0593117123
ISBN-13: 9780593117125
Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers
Language: English
Published: 02/28/2023
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 8.20h x 5.50w x 0.70d

Review Citation(s):
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 12/01/2022
School Library Journal 01/01/2023 pg. 71
Booklist 02/01/2023 pg. 42