American Fever

Set during a year-long exchange in rural Oregon, American Fever follows sixteen-year-old Hira, a Pakistani student navigating a new cultural landscape filled with friendship, racism, and homesickness. As she bonds with new acquaintances and experiences both joyful and challenging moments, Hira's journey takes a serious turn when she is diagnosed with tuberculosis, leading to quarantine and significant upheaval. This engaging novel blends humor and insight to explore themes of adolescence, identity, and belonging, showcasing Dur e Aziz Amna’s compelling storytelling debut.