Unbecoming
By Seema Yasmin
Read by Reena Dutt and Suehyla El-Attar Young
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About The Book
Two Muslim teens in Texas fight for access to abortion while one harbors a painful secret in this near-future speculative novel “with sparkling humor and warmth” (Booklist, starred review) that’s perfect for fans of Unpregnant.
In a not-too-distant America, abortions are prosecuted and the right to choose is no longer an option. But best friends Laylah and Noor want to change the world. After graduating high school, they’ll become an OBGYN and a journalist, but in the meantime, they’re working on an illegal guide to abortion in Texas.
In response to the unfair laws, underground networks of clinics have sprung up, but the good fight has gotten even more precarious as it becomes harder to secure safe medication and supplies. Both Laylah and Noor are passionate about getting their guide completed so it can help those in need, but Laylah treats their project with an urgency Noor doesn’t understand—that may have something to do with the strange goings-on between their mosque and a local politician.
Fighting for what they believe in may involve even more obstacles than they bargained for, but the two best friends will continue as they always have: together.
In a not-too-distant America, abortions are prosecuted and the right to choose is no longer an option. But best friends Laylah and Noor want to change the world. After graduating high school, they’ll become an OBGYN and a journalist, but in the meantime, they’re working on an illegal guide to abortion in Texas.
In response to the unfair laws, underground networks of clinics have sprung up, but the good fight has gotten even more precarious as it becomes harder to secure safe medication and supplies. Both Laylah and Noor are passionate about getting their guide completed so it can help those in need, but Laylah treats their project with an urgency Noor doesn’t understand—that may have something to do with the strange goings-on between their mosque and a local politician.
Fighting for what they believe in may involve even more obstacles than they bargained for, but the two best friends will continue as they always have: together.
Appearances
MAY 31
12:00:00
in person
Bay Area Book Festival
In Person
"All Bodies All Selves" panel featuring Zetta Elliott, Maia Kobabe, and Sarah Peitzmeier; moderated by Shia Shabazz Smith & Taylor Sky
Berkeley Public Library - Mystery Room
2090 Kittredge St.
Berkeley, CA 94704
About The Readers
Reena Dutt
Suehyla El-Attar Young
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio (July 9, 2024)
- Runtime: 8 hours and 15 minutes
- ISBN13: 9781797177571
- Ages: 14 - 99
Awards and Honors
- ALA/YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults - Top Ten
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- Book Cover Image (jpg): Unbecoming Unabridged Audio Download 9781797177571
- Author Photo (jpg): Seema Yasmin Photograph by Lucas Passmore(0.1 MB)
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