One of the top ten graphic novels for Spring 2022, as chosen by
Publishers Weekly
"Khan debuts with a deeply introspective, elegantly rendered graphic
memoir about her experiences, faith, and family in the South Asian
diaspora community of East London. . . . It's a powerful debut by a
singularly penetrative and eloquent voice." --Starred Review,
Publishers Weekly
What do identity, belonging, and memory mean to one young Muslim woman
and her family against a backdrop of history?***
As a second-generation Pakistani immigrant living in East London, Sabba
Khan paints a vivid snapshot of contemporary British Asian life and
investigates the complex shifts experienced by different generations
within immigrant communities, creating an uplifting and universal story
that crosses borders and decades. Race, gender, and class are explored
in a compelling personal narrative creating a strong feminist message of
self-reflection and empowerment which is illuminated in stunning
artwork.