“This book is a delight — a fast-paced dance among the spirits and creatures of Persian and Middle Eastern mythology, led by the curiosity and grit of a bright, brave girl. It’s a story about messy families and connecting with heritage, filled with magic, humor, and lots of action. You’ve never seen jinn like this, and you’ve never met a girl quite like Farrah Noorzad.”
—Kiyash Monsef, New York Times bestselling author of Once There Was
“Farrah Noorzad is a girl prepared to fight for a world that doesn’t want her. So utterly believable and hopeful a character, it’s impossible not to root for her. With page-turning mysteries you desperately want answered, and full of wondrous magic from the jinn world, this is a story about love, loyalty, and the sacrifices we make for those we hold dear. Get ready for this spellbinding adventure that will linger in your heart long after the final page is turned!“
—Graci Kim, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Fallen Star
“Zargarpur has a precious talent for creating relatable characters alongside ingenious plot twists and astonishing action scenes. I can’t wait for readers to meet Farrah and her friends.”
—A.F. Steadman, New York Times bestselling author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
“Oh, how I’ve wanted this story for…maybe my whole life? Deeba brings the fabled jinn crashing (on a cloud) straight into the modern world with blazing lightning bolts and sinister shadow monsters. Full of real heart and— at times—painful honesty. So hang onto your cloud, you’re in for a ride!”
—Sarwat Chadda, New York Times bestselling author of City of the Plague God
“With fantastical action and a bold heroine you can’t help but root for, FARRAH NOORZAD is a heartwarming story about the messiness of family, growing up, and navigating a world where both you and your surroundings are constantly changing. It’s sure to leave readers laughing, mesmerized, and glued to the pages.“
—M.T. Khan, author of Nura and the Immortal Place
“A tween uncovers a fantastical truth about her heritage in this intriguing and peril-filled series opener…Zargarpur highlights Persian mythology and Islamic lore via sharp narration and lively characters to cultivate an epic adventure about family, identity, and self-discovery.”
—Publisher’s Weekly
“At its core, this is a story of seeking belonging, navigating complicated family circumstances, and believing in one’s strengths that unfolds through fast-paced action with unexpected plot twists that allow for expansion into future volumes. An engaging read with an original and courageous young hero.”
—Kirkus Reviews
Fast paced and colorful, Zargarpur’s (House of Yesterday, 2022) energetic middle-grade debut, inspired by her own Afghan Uzbek family stories, will appeal to readers who love discovering a magical world located right on top of our own.”
—Booklist
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