71 pages • 2 hours read
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It Ain't So Awful, Falafel by Firoozeh Dumas is a charming and insightful middle-grade novel that explores the immigrant experience through the eyes of a young Iranian girl in 1970s America. Critics appreciate its humor, relatability, and the author's ability to tackle complex themes such as cultural identity and political turmoil. However, some feel the narrative pacing could be improved. Overall, it is lauded for its warmth and educational value.
Readers who enjoy humorous, heartfelt coming-of-age stories with a cultural twist will love It Ain't So Awful, Falafel by Firoozeh Dumas. Fans of Inside Out & Back Again by Thanhha Lai and Front Desk by Kelly Yang will find this tale of an Iranian girl adjusting to life in 1970s America relatable and engaging.
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Lexile Level
730L