All My Rage

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Lahore, Pakistan. Then. Misbah is a dreamer and storyteller, newly married to Toufiq in an arranged match. After their young life is shaken by tragedy, they come to the United States and open the Cloud’s Rest Inn Motel, hoping for a new start. Juniper, California. Now. Salahudin and Noor are more than best friends; they are family. Growing up as outcasts in the small desert town of Juniper, California, they understand each other the way no one else does. Until The Fight, which destroys their bond with the swift fury of a star exploding. Now, Sal scrambles to run the family motel as his mother Misbah’s health fails and his grieving father loses himself to alcoholism. Noor, meanwhile, walks a harrowing tightrope: working at her wrathful uncle’s liquor store while hiding the fact that she’s applying to college so she can escape him—and Juniper—forever. When Sal’s attempts to save the motel spiral out of control, he and Noor must ask themselves what friendship is worth—and what it takes to defeat the monsters in their pasts and the ones in their midst. From one of today’s most cherished and bestselling young adult authors comes a breathtaking novel of young love, old regrets, and forgiveness—one that’s both tragic and poignant in its tender ferocity.



A Heart-Wrenching Tale of Love, Loss, and Redemption

In Sabaa Tahir's poignant and unforgettable novel, "All My Rage," readers are swept away on a journey spanning generations and continents, delving deep into the intricacies of family, friendship, and forgiveness. With lyrical prose and raw emotion, Tahir crafts a narrative that resonates long after the final page is turned.

Set against the backdrop of Lahore, Pakistan, and the small desert town of Juniper, California, "All My Rage" follows the intertwined lives of Misbah, Salahudin (Sal), and Noor as they navigate the complexities of adolescence, grief, and self-discovery. Misbah's dreams of a new beginning in America are shattered by tragedy, leading her family to open the Cloud's Rest Inn Motel in Juniper. It is here that Sal and Noor forge a bond that transcends friendship, becoming each other's pillars of strength in a world that often feels hostile and unforgiving.

Tahir expertly weaves together past and present, alternating between Misbah's journey to America and Sal and Noor's tumultuous adolescence in Juniper. Through their eyes, readers witness the profound impact of loss, the weight of familial expectations, and the relentless pursuit of freedom and belonging. As Sal struggles to keep his family's motel afloat amidst his mother's failing health and his father's descent into alcoholism, Noor grapples with her own demons, desperate to escape the confines of her small-town existence.

"All My Rage" is a masterfully crafted exploration of the human condition, tackling themes of identity, resilience, and the enduring power of hope. Tahir's characters are vividly drawn and achingly real, their struggles and triumphs serving as a poignant reminder of the universal desire for connection and understanding.

At its core, "All My Rage" is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of love and forgiveness. Tahir's evocative prose and compelling storytelling make this a must-read for fans of contemporary young adult fiction, offering a gripping and emotionally resonant journey that will leave readers breathless and profoundly moved.

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Igniting Imaginations with Epic Fantasy

Embark on a journey through the realms of imagination with Sabaa Tahir, the brilliant mind behind captivating young adult novels that have enraptured readers worldwide. As the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the An Ember in the Ashes series, Sabaa Tahir has etched her name into the annals of fantasy literature, weaving intricate tales of danger, romance, and resilience that leave readers spellbound.

Born and raised amidst the stark beauty of California's Mojave Desert, Sabaa Tahir's childhood was steeped in wonder and adventure. Growing up in her family's eighteen-room motel, she found solace in the pages of fantasy novels, the colorful world of comic books, and the soul-stirring melodies of thunderous indie rock. Fuelled by her passion for storytelling, she embarked on a journey to bring her own fantastical worlds to life.

After honing her craft while working nights as a newspaper editor, Sabaa Tahir unleashed her literary prowess with the debut of "An Ember in the Ashes." This gripping saga set in the Martial Empire introduces readers to a world teetering on the edge of darkness, where danger lurks at every corner and the promise of hope flickers like a flame in the night.

With each installment of the An Ember in the Ashes series, including "A Torch Against the Night," "A Reaper at the Gates," and "A Sky Beyond the Storm," Sabaa Tahir has captivated audiences with her masterful storytelling, drawing them deeper into a world of secrets, betrayal, and redemption. Her ability to craft complex characters, heart-pounding suspense, and breathtaking plot twists has earned her widespread acclaim and a devoted legion of fans.

Beyond the realm of fantasy, Sabaa Tahir has also ventured into contemporary fiction with "All My Rage," a powerful exploration of love, loss, and the human spirit. With each word she pens, she invites readers to delve into the depths of emotion and empathy, forging connections that transcend the boundaries of time and space.

As an author, Sabaa Tahir continues to push the boundaries of imagination, inspiring readers to dream, to question, and to believe in the power of storytelling. With her infectious enthusiasm for all things nerdy, her unbridled creativity, and her unwavering dedication to her craft, she stands as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring writers and avid readers alike.

Join Sabaa Tahir on her literary adventures and discover the magic that lies within the pages of her captivating tales. From the sands of the desert to the heights of imagination, her stories will ignite your imagination and leave an indelible mark on your heart.

Follow Sabaa Tahir on her social media platforms and website to stay updated on her latest projects and connect with fellow fans who share a passion for storytelling that transcends worlds and generations. With Sabaa Tahir, the journey is just beginning, and the possibilities are endless.

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Delta High School Library
5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute must-read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2023
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An absolute must-read!

Sal 17, lives in Juniper, California with his sick mother and alcoholic father. Sal attends school while trying to help keep the family hotel afloat. Sal and Noor, 18, were best friends until they had a fight months ago and haven’t spoken since. Sal’s mom collapses and needs to be taken to the hospital while Noor happens to be visiting her. Sal’s mother passes away and her last words to Noor were to forgive. Sal and Noor try to mend their friendship but they’re both keeping secrets and trying to persevere through their own harsh situations. When life implodes, they both have to make some tough choices.

Likes/dislikes: I enjoyed learning about Pakistani culture and its languages. The author gives a comprehensive, concise content warning at the beginning of the book and lists resources at the end for help with domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault, immigration and refugee rights, children’s defense fund, and women of color. I appreciate how the author portrayed harsh realities to readers in a way that is educational and with empathy but not graphic. This book is a must read.
Language: R for 147 swears and 3 f-bombs.
Mature Content: PG for brief undescribed kiss, drug dealer selling pills, mention of marijuana (weed), deeper kiss.
Violence: PG-13 for child abuse (a push against the wall), bloody face from abuse, kicking ribs, mentions of repressed sexual assault, continued abuse.
Ethnicity: Sal and Noor and their family members are Pakistani living in a predominantly white community. There is a Pakistani religious leader and his wife is Black. The Judge is Mexican American and the story contains mixed ethnicity police officers.
Islamic School Librarian
5.0 out of 5 stars the best i've read in a while
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2022
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The hype is correct: this book is moving, impactful, powerful, reflective, all the feels. The writing superb, the plot gritty, the characters seem real, so real. One of my all time favorite authors is John Irving because every word seems deliberate in his books, not every plot point or every paragraph, every. single. word. And it has been a long time since I've read a book that strikes me in that same vein of the author being so in control of the story, and my (the reader's) emotions being so completely at the mercy of the words to come. I think I could read this book five more times and each time peel back a new layer and see something I hadn't seen, or understood, or felt before. I cried, I cheered, I sighed and unclenched my jaw, and I am still haunted by the lives of the characters. Not just the "main" ones. All of them, they all are real and fleshed out and have character arcs and live in shades of gray. There are no checkboxes for skin tone or religion or sexual preference they each are more than a label, they are complex and real. I could easily be convinced that they are in fact real people and that their world and stories are not fiction at all. That is how well it reads, that is how hard it is to close the window on the world they let us see. The book is YA (374 pages) and with the drugs, abuse, alcohol, relationship, complexities of it all, I would think 16 year old's and up can, strike that, should, read this book. The characters are Muslim, but it never even goes near being preachy, these are complex characters and stories, and remarkably there is no internalized Islamophobia or watering anything down, each character deals with faith, like everything else, in their own way.

SYNOPSIS:

The story bounces between the past in Lahore, Pakistan and the present in Juniper, California. In Lahore it is Misbah's story and in the desert it is her son's, Salahudin and a girl she has taken under her wing, Noor's. When the book starts we see Sal with a drunk father dropping him off at school where his girlfriend is waiting, and his best friend, Noor, not speaking to him for the last few months after she confessed to bein in love with him. Noor lives with her uncle after her entire village in Pakistan was destroyed when she was 6, and he wants nothing to do with Pakistan, Islam, or Noor going to college. He owns a liquor store and makes Noor work there. Sal's mom is sick and has always been their for Noor, so when she takes a turn for the worse, Noor and Sal are brought back together, Noor's uncle is enraged that she is missing shifts, and Sal's father is constantly searching for the bottom of a bottle. Things are bad, but they are about to get a whole lot worse. Sal's mom dies, the motel Sal's family owns is in severe debt and the options for saving it are less than ideal. The small town starts to feel familiar as everyone's stories are fleshed out in Juniper and Lahore and two star-crossed narrators are forced to confront both the stresses of high school and impending adulthood, and deep, dark realities of abuse, loss, and generational trauma.

WHY I LIKE IT:

The book could have been a thousand pages, and it still would have felt too short. Much like her fantasy writing, the book seems to start with world building and roping the reader in to thinking that they can handle what is about to come, then much like a band-aid being pulled off, the pain hits, and the wound starts bleeding again. Somehow despite it all, you can't look away, you can't stop reading, there is hope. Hope for the characters, hope for happy endings, hope for survival and peace.

I absolutely love the quality of writing, things dangled early on, come back, often with subtly and restraint that you could easily miss them. When discussing the book with @muslimmommyblog, I felt like we both were finding threads we had possibly not considered and connections that added nuance and staying power to the plot.

So often, the more religious a character in literature is, the stricter they are presented, the less kind they are seen, but in this book it was the opposite, the loving couple were the imam and his defense attorney wife, the glue that radiated kindness to Sal, Noor, and so much of the town is a hijab wearing strong woman. So many tropes and stereotypes were uprooted, tossed aside, and reimagined. There is compassion for a Muslim alcoholic, a liquor store being the employment of a Muslim, consequences for dealing drugs, yet nothing "haram" is really ever glorified, it is gritty and repulsive, but there is no judgement, there is only understanding and sadness. Palpable despair that rattles your bones and makes you wish the world was different.

I don't want to spoil the book, I was able to read it largely not knowing what the plot would delve in to. In many ways the trigger warning at the beginning was the only thing that braced me for what was to come. The level of religion and how it was woven is through the gentleness of some of the characters and hatred of others, was expertly done. There are not ayats in the Quran quoted or speeches given, there is love, and faith and hope that manifest as duas and longing and finding ways to be Muslim in action, not just in appearance. When the characters start to make-out their Islamic conscious is drawn in, when they grapple with their hope and future- trust in something bigger is considered. It is not a Muslim book, not even an Islam centered book, perhaps Muslamic, but really about characters who are Muslim and dealing with the cards they have been dealt.
Amazon Customer
4.0 out of 5 stars Moving
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2023
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Haylee Anderson
5.0 out of 5 stars WOW! Still can't get over this book!
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2024
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Sara Wright Shropshire
5.0 out of 5 stars Beyond Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2023
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Penney
5.0 out of 5 stars You’ll read it more than once
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2023
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Anusiyaa
5.0 out of 5 stars Quality of the book
Reviewed in India on March 18, 2024
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Haffsa Rizwani
5.0 out of 5 stars An intriguing storyline
Reviewed in Sweden on July 19, 2023
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Roman
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book conveying true cultural conflicts many face
Reviewed in Germany on June 12, 2023
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Sidra
5.0 out of 5 stars Reading this feels like coming home
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 31, 2023
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This book has been on my TBR pile for a while. I loved Ember in the Ashes but still haven’t got round to reading the whole series because fantasy just isn’t my thing. When I saw this title, it piqued my interest but sounded angry. I read the first few pages, noticed it was YA, and stopped reading again. (I’m not a huge fan of YA, either.)
But, yesterday - yes, yesterday - I saw Jodi Picoult’s words on the front again, and I wanted to give it another go. (You see, I’m a mega-fan of Jodi’s work!).
Once I began, I couldn’t stop reading. The plight of Noor and Salahuddin was so compelling, the world Tahir built around it so real, so tragic, that I HAD to continue reading.
I was so glad I began this in half term, and so glad it wasn’t my turn to cook yesterday because I read for the entire day - something I haven’t felt like doing for eons!!!
I laughed, I cried, I shared anecdotes with my family - especially the Punjabi one-liners. I felt seem. I LOVED how Tahir interwove the themes of race and religion, along with spirituality and materialism.
It was all done with such deftness, such clarity and mastery that, once you were done reading, the life lessons were simply a product of the story.
As a British Pakistani Muslim woman living in the West, I LOVED this book. I highly recommend it. If you’re also a South Asian and/or Muslim you’ll find it very relatable. On the other hand, if you’re interested in learning about a new culture, about the practicalities of living as a minority in the West, you might enjoy this window into a certain two people’s lives. I suggest you start reading it now. Let me know what you think!
As with the best of books, as I finished, with tears in my eyes, I felt changed. Like I’d been on a journey, like I’d seen something new. It’s the best feeling. It’s why we read!
(One note about the multiple songs mentioned throughout Noor’s narrative - most of them were unknown to me, but mentioning them didn’t alter or slow the narrative down. Many of them sounded epic.)
I seriously hope Sabaa Tahir writes more fiction in this genre. She’s one talented lady, and we need more authentic South Asian stories out there.
David Rosell
4.0 out of 5 stars Una historia devastadora pero realista
Reviewed in Spain on July 15, 2022
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