Tagging Freedom

Out of the revolutions across the Arab world comes this inspirational story of hope, freedom, and belonging, perfect for fans of Other Words for Home and A Good Kind of Trouble.

Kareem Haddad of Damascus, Syria, never dreamed of becoming a graffiti artist. But when subversive slogans appear outside their school and another boy is killed while in custody, Kareem and his friends begin secretly tagging messages of freedom around their city. Meanwhile in the United States, his cousin Samira has been trying to make her own mark. When Kareem is sent to live with her family, their worlds collide — and Sam must choose between protecting her social status or standing with her cousin.

• Author: Rhonda Roumani
• Publisher: Union Square Kids