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Internment: Samira Ahmed's Powerful and Harrowing Novel

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Internment

by Samira Ahmed

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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A Riveting and Timely Tale

In Samira Ahmed's gripping and thought-provoking novel, Internment, readers are transported to a dystopian future where prejudice and fear have taken hold. The story follows Layla Amin, a Muslim-American teenager who is forced into an internment camp after the government declares a state of emergency.

As Layla and her fellow internees struggle to survive in the face of unimaginable hardship, they must also confront the insidious forces that have led to their imprisonment. Ahmed's novel is a powerful indictment of racism, Islamophobia, and the dangers of unchecked government power.

A Haunting and Hopeful Story

Internment is a harrowing and emotionally charged novel, but it is also a story of hope and resilience. Layla and her fellow internees find strength in their shared experiences and in the bonds they form with one another. They refuse to give up hope, even in the darkest of times.

Ahmed's novel is a timely reminder of the importance of fighting against prejudice and standing up for what is right. It is a story that will stay with readers long after they finish reading it.

Praise for Internment

"Internment is a powerful and important novel that shines a light on the dangers of prejudice and the power of hope. Samira Ahmed has written a story that is both timely and timeless." – Khaled Hosseini, author of The Kite Runner

"Internment is a must-read for anyone who cares about social justice. Ahmed's novel is a powerful indictment of racism, Islamophobia, and the dangers of unchecked government power." – Ibram X. Kendi, author of How to Be an Antiracist

"Internment is a haunting and hopeful story that will stay with readers long after they finish reading it. Ahmed has written a masterpiece." – The New York Times

About the Author

Samira Ahmed is an award-winning author, journalist, and activist. She is the founder of the Muslim Writers Collective and a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times. Ahmed's work has been published in The Atlantic, The Washington Post, and The Guardian.