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A Muslim Teen’s Journey Through Love and Fear | Boston News
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When her daughter wished she were white and Christian, Autumn Allen realized the urgent need for diverse voices in children’s literature. Now, with her second YA novel “You Only Live Twice,” she tells the story of Zakiyyah, a Muslim teen navigating identity, faith, and the aftershocks of the Boston Marathon bombing. Through Zakiyyah’s journey, Allen weaves a powerful, hopeful tale of self-discovery, resilience, and the quiet strength of being unapologetically yourself — especially when the world feels divided.
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