  | Almost sunset Author: Algarmi, Wahab | |
| Price: $21.68 | ||
Summary:
Follows a young Muslim American boy during Ramadan as he finds the balance between his family traditions and his secular middle school life. In graphic novel format.
| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: MG Reading Level: 2.30 Points: 1.0 Quiz: 554226 |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (12/15/24)
School Library Journal (+) (00/02/25)
Booklist (01/01/25)
The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (00/12/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 01/01/2025 This debut graphic novel centered around Ramadan shows the toll of compartmentalizing our identities, the value of living authentically, and the importance of taking accountability for ourselves and our choices. It’s Hassan’s third year fasting for Ramadan, but this year feels so much harder. Everyone expects more from him now, especially himself. When his grades and friendships start to slip, Hassan must decide how he will manage his time and his priorities. Illustrations and panel sizes help communicate the repetitiveness of Hassan’s daily routine or the extent of his hunger, such as when his peers suddenly appear as pizza and hamburgers. Tension also exists when Hassan feels pressured to outperform a girl in his friend group. Hassan’s story will resonate with readers familiar with Ramadan while relating across cultures. Hassan and his family are practicing Muslims from Yemen, and other characters are diverse in skin tone and body types. Based on the author’s own family and experiences, this enjoyable coming-of-age story embraces the importance of community and honoring all facets of the self. - Copyright 2025 Booklist.
