Shabanu, Haveli, and The House of Djinn by Suzanne Fisher Staples
Three books about life as a Pakistani woman
Suzanne Fisher Staples has written an excellent portrayal of life for women in Pakistan. The three novels cover the life of Shabanu, who at the start of Shabanu, is an 11 year old desert girl whose greatest joy is her life with the camels and freedom of the desert. Descriptions of Muslim tenants of behavior, arranged marriages and what they signify are carefully laid out throughout the three stories. Shabanu must rely on her inner strength to navigate the complex web of relationships and tribal traditions. A must read for 7th grade and above for descriptions of Muslim life and a story of a girl/mother’s courage and determination.
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