Listen, Layla

Listen, Layla by Yassmin Abdel-Magied is a vibrant, own voices novel that explores themes of identity, diaspora, and cultural complexity for young readers. As Layla's summer plans are disrupted by her grandmother's illness in Sudan, she navigates the challenges of balancing her Sudanese and Australian identities amidst political tensions. Through humor and honesty, the story delves into family, friendship, and self-discovery, questioning what it means to stay true to oneself across different worlds.