The Secret Sky: A Novel of Forbidden Love in Afghanistan
School year: Lower 6th, Year 10, Year 11
No. of pages 320
Published: 2015
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"The Secret Sky: A Novel of Forbidden Love in Afghanistan" by Atia Abawi tells the poignant story of two star-crossed lovers, Bilal and Kanishka, who navigate the dangers of love amid the backdrop of war-torn Afghanistan. Set against cultural and societal constraints, their bond deepens as they face familial opposition and the harsh realities of their environment. Their relationship challenges traditional norms and underscores themes of love, sacrifice, and resilience. As they strive to be together despite the overwhelming odds, they must confront their fears and the consequences of their choices in a world where love is often a perilous endeavor. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 9th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 14 years.
There are 320 pages in this book.
It is a novel.
This book was published in 2015 by Penguin Putnam Inc .
Atia Abawi is a foreign news correspondent who was stationed for almost five years in Kabul, Afghanistan. She was born to Afghan parents in West Germany and was raised in the United States. Her first book for teens was the powerful The Secret Sky , about forbidden romance between different ethnic tribes in Afghanistan. She currently lives in Jerusalem with her husband, Conor Powell, and their son, Arian. You can follow her on Twitter @AtiaAbawi.