"Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai tells the gripping story of a young Afghan boy named Fadi who must navigate a new life in the United States after fleeing the Taliban. While trying to adapt to his new surroundings, his sister, Mariam, is left behind during their escape. Fadi is haunted by her absence and determined to find her, leading him on a journey filled with challenges, friendship, and the struggles of being a refugee. Through his eyes, readers experience themes of family, loss, and the hope of reunion, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.

This book was published in 2021 by Tantor Audio .

N. H. Senzai is the author of Shooting Kabul, which was critically acclaimed and on numerous award lists. Publishers Weekly called it "hard hitting, emotionally wrenching. " Her second book, Saving Kabul Corner, was nominated for an Edgar Award. She is also the author of Ticket to India and Escape from Aleppo. Ms. Senzai lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her family. Visit her online at NHSenzai. com.