You Truly Assumed

By: Laila Sabreen

Narrated by: Channie Waites, Lynette R. Freeman, Tamika Katon-Donegal

After a terrorist attack rocks the country and anti-Islamic sentiment stirs, three Black Muslim girls create a space where they can shatter assumptions and share truths.

Sabriya has trained hard for summer ballet auditions, so she’s devastated when everything is canceled after a terrorist attack. She takes solace in writing in her private online journal, You Truly Assumed, only to discover it isn’t so private after all—and there are many out there like her, hoping to be heard. Including …

Zakat can’t wait to leave her hometown to pursue her dreams, but her family fears for her safety. With her best friend growing distant, finding a kindred voice online seems like fate. Yet when her own haven is vandalized, Zakat wonders if she’ll ever feel safe again.

Farah doesn’t want to visit her father and his new family. But sometimes a change of place brings a change of heart—for Farah, for the boy she might love, and for the new friends she meets through You Truly Assumed.

When threatening comments and emails try to silence them, the three must decide: shut things down and stay safe … or risk it all and let their voices be heard.

©2022 Laila Sabreen (P)2022 Recorded Books

Well written

I love the storyline. It's definitely a must-read. Everyone on social media can relate to this book in one way or another.

Interesting, challenging. thoughtful

This book was chosen for a high school class (by me) I taught for critical thought and discussion. relatable and challenging for those who experienced another side through reading. Reaffirming for those who have more similar lives. everyone enjoyed this.

Modern Day Story

Young adult book with powerful story telling coupled with lighter themes. Enjoyable yet some pronunciations subpar

Beautiful

Three teen’s lives are masterly woven together as they find their voices and refuse to be silenced.