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Internment

Written by: Samira Ahmed
Narrated by: Soneela Nankani
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In this instant New York Times bestseller, author Samira Ahmed tells the story of a terrifying, futuristic United States where Muslim citizens are forced into internment camps.

"Internment sets itself apart ... terrifying, thrilling and urgent." —Entertainment Weekly

Rebellions are built on hope.

Set in a horrifying near-future United States, seventeen-year-old Layla Amin and her parents are forced into an internment camp for Muslim American citizens.

With the help of newly made friends also trapped within the internment camp, her boyfriend on the outside, and an unexpected alliance, Layla begins a journey to fight for freedom, leading a revolution against the camp's Director and his guards.

Heart-racing and emotional, Internment challenges readers to fight complicit silence that exists in our society today.

Contemporary Romance Dystopian Fiction Islamic Heritage Literature & Fiction Romance Science Fiction Science Fiction & Fantasy Discrimination Heartfelt
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What the critics say

*Taking on Islamophobia and racism in a Trump-like America, Ahmed's magnetic, gripping narrative written in a deeply humane and authentic tone, is attentive to the richness and complexity of the social ills at the heart of the book.—Kirkus, starred review
*"...a poignant, necessary story that paints a very real, very frank picture of hatred and ignorance, while also giving readers and marginalized individuals hope."—Booklist, starred review
*"An unsettling and important book for our times."—Publishers Weekly, starred review
*"By the end of the first two pages of this title the reader will be breathless with the anticipation and excitement of what's to come."—School Library Connection, starred review
*"...Sensitive and stirring. For all collections."—School Library Journal, starred review
"Internment sets itself apart...terrifying, thrilling and urgent."—Entertainment Weekly
"A riveting and cautionary tale. Internment urges us to speak up and speak out, to ask questions and demand answers, and when those answers prove unsatisfactory, to resist."—p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Times}span.s1 {font-kerning: none; background-color: #ffffff}Stacey Lee, award-winning author of Outrun the Moon
"Internment is a visceral, essential book, both horrifying and hopeful. Ahmed deserves a spot on every book shelf in America."—p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}Kiersten White, New York Times Bestselling author of And I Darken and The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein
"A testament to what girls are capable of when they are overlooked, Internment is a masterwork of dignity and grit."—E.K. Johnston, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Exit, Pursued by a Bear
"Internment is a scathing indictment of our current political times. Ahmed has gifted us Layla, a courageous young revolutionary who fights against all boundaries of hate and ignorance. A must read for activists who continue to push back against the big What-Ifs."—National Book Award finalist Ibi Zoboi, author of American Street and Pride
"A powerful and poignant exploration of a nightmare made real. It's a testament to Ahmed's writing then, that the heart of the story is one of hope. Read INTERNMENT. Raise a fist."—David Arnold, New York Times bestselling author of Moquitoland and Kids of Appetite
"Terrifying, inspiring, heart-pounding, and incredibly timely. With an ultimately hopeful voice, Samira Ahmed shows how one person and small acts of bravery can spark a flame of resistance and inspire others to bring change."—Lauren Nopenz Fairley, Curious Iguana, Frederick, MD
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C’était très réaliste et le sujet est bien traité mais la fin semblais un peu rusher et les personnages sont as assez développés

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The plot was well developed up until the end, which I felt was a little rushed. Otherwise, the story is ever so à propos, as well as a cautionary tale.
Great for discussing demagoguery and the abuse of power with our passionate youth.

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The premise of the book is complex and incredibly important for us to read and understand. There were parallels to history that made parts of the book raw and real, easy to imagine oneself in that spot. The execution of overall story was too focused on the love story rather than the rebellion and the reality of the situation, which gave an seemingly unrealistic response to their internment. Samira did a great job of portraying how complacency of the general population can aide in persecution of specific group throughout time. All in all, I think this is an incredibly important book for young adults to read

Important read

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A warning to America, and yet, they have already crossed the line. Open your eyes.

everyone should read Internment

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