Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024
Amil and the After
A boy seeks hope and identity in post-partition India.
272 pages· 47,165 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 606 ratings
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Summary: In 1948, twelve-year-old Amil grapples with identity and belonging in a newly independent India. Torn between his Muslim and Hindu heritage, he navigates uncertainty in Bombay. Guided by his twin sister, Amil begins to express his journey through drawings for their late mother. As he sketches, he uncovers resilience and hope amidst chaos, striving to find his place in a reborn nation. Will Amil's art help him understand what home truly means?


