A Very Large Expanse of Sea Tahereh Mafi is an English-language novel for young adults. This story focuses on themes such as prejudice and personal growth.
Shirin has just made a fresh start at her high school in 2002, a time when social tensions after 9/11 are clearly felt. As a sixteen-year-old Muslim girl who wears the hijab, Shirin has daily confrontations with discrimination and injustice. She finds comfort in music and dance, but her encounter with Ocean James turns her life upside down. This novel by the bestselling author Tahereh Mafi combines a realistic look at racism with the emotions of first love and the courage to stay true to yourself.
The story is gripping and honest, with a powerful writing style.
Topics such as racism, social belonging, and family relationships play a central role. This title will appeal to fans of YA literature who value themes such as diversity and identity.