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It's Not Over Yet
TWO STARRED REVIEWS! • With sixteen weeks to go to his life-altering brain surgery, teenaged film buff Wali Khan decides it's time to turn the lens on community, family and friends in this tender yet humorous coming-of-age novel for ages 12 and up.
For fans of John Green, Adam Silvera, Ned Vizzini and Adib Khorram.
Fifteen-year-old Wali Khan, affectionately called "Vali the Vomiter" by his older twin sisters, has always chalked up his throwing up to a delicate stomach. And the headaches in ninth grade? Worrying about grades. But waking up in the hospital in the second week of tenth grade, he is shocked to hear the acoustic neuroma, a golf-ball-sized tumor pressing on his ear canal.
The good it's most likely benign. The bad surgery in four months, with probable hearing loss as a result.
Starting a new year in high school with a looming life-altering surgery date forces Wali, a passionate film buff, to look inward, at his family, friends and even himself. Why is this happening to him?
His Muslim father and Christian mother are supportive, yet sometimes a bit clueless when it comes to their children. His twin sisters are a mix of loving and teasing, and he bounces between spying on them and keeping their secrets. As for the new girl, Ruby Lai-Mirza, he's just not sure he has time for a new friend.
Wali may fear the end, but he’s still got a lot of living to do. It's not over yet.
For fans of John Green, Adam Silvera, Ned Vizzini and Adib Khorram.
Fifteen-year-old Wali Khan, affectionately called "Vali the Vomiter" by his older twin sisters, has always chalked up his throwing up to a delicate stomach. And the headaches in ninth grade? Worrying about grades. But waking up in the hospital in the second week of tenth grade, he is shocked to hear the acoustic neuroma, a golf-ball-sized tumor pressing on his ear canal.
The good it's most likely benign. The bad surgery in four months, with probable hearing loss as a result.
Starting a new year in high school with a looming life-altering surgery date forces Wali, a passionate film buff, to look inward, at his family, friends and even himself. Why is this happening to him?
His Muslim father and Christian mother are supportive, yet sometimes a bit clueless when it comes to their children. His twin sisters are a mix of loving and teasing, and he bounces between spying on them and keeping their secrets. As for the new girl, Ruby Lai-Mirza, he's just not sure he has time for a new friend.
Wali may fear the end, but he’s still got a lot of living to do. It's not over yet.
- GenresYoung Adult
360 pages, Hardcover
Published October 13, 2026
About the author
Salma Hussain
2 books20 followersSALMA HUSSAIN grew up in the U.A.E. and immigrated to Canada when she was thirteen years old. She has a B.A. (Hon.) in English Literature, with a concentration in creative writing from the University of Calgary, a law degree from the University of Calgary, and a Master’s in Law from McGill University. Her poetry and prose have been widely published in various literary magazines. Her chapbook of poetry, What If Maybe and other poems, was published by Baseline Press. She co-hosts a global podcast with Upasna Kakroo on South Asian children’s literature called Zubaani. Her first novel, The Secret Diary of Mona Hasan, was a Quill & Quire Book of the Year. Salma writes witty, warm, voice-driven fiction about the surprising ways we grow when life veers off-script. She lives with her family in Toronto.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
I wrote this. It took a lot from me emotionally and I think it's my best work yet!
It's silly and serious and heartbreaking and hopeful.
I hope you'll enjoy.
I'll share BTS in time.
It's silly and serious and heartbreaking and hopeful.
I hope you'll enjoy.
I'll share BTS in time.
Review of advance copy received from Author
It's not over yet by Salma Hussain is a heart touching book where one can feel all the emotions at once. The whole story is from the POV of male protagonist, Wali khan who is 15 years old. It shows the journey of Wali who is diagnosed with a tumor and how he copes with his life after it. What surprised me most was along with being emotional, this book made me smile and laugh at times. One can learn and explore a lot through such books about life. The writing, narrative pace , storyline , character growth, everything was just exceptional.
The character of Wali as a 15 year old teenage boy was written in a way that felt like as a reader I was having a conversation with him. His wit, humor, passion and how he understands life through his perception was amazing to read. Many important themes were explored in this book and it didn't feel overwhelming or rushed. It was interesting to read the family structure of wali and how he had this unique bond with his parents and twin sisters. The friendship he had with Kamran Chaudhary (K-Man) was deep and their scenes throughout the book stole my heart. Each and every relationship around wali made a lot of the positive impact on him after the diagnosis.
The Best part of this book were the therapy sessions of wali with Dr. Imaan.It shows that how important it is to seek help even though you have a supportive environment around you. The sessions between them were insightful and one can learn a lot from it. Every little doubt, anxiety, conflict wali shared with the therapist was portrayed realistically. Those sessions played an important role in the character growth of wali and one can also see that it helped him a lot in navigating relationships around him.
Wali was passionate about filmmaking and I loved reading his journey in it. I would say he was brave and had a lot of courage in him. This book truly was powerful and had a huge impact on me. I would highly recommend it to readers here and I wish no one misses out this amazing book!!!
Words feel short after reading this outstanding story😊
The character of Wali as a 15 year old teenage boy was written in a way that felt like as a reader I was having a conversation with him. His wit, humor, passion and how he understands life through his perception was amazing to read. Many important themes were explored in this book and it didn't feel overwhelming or rushed. It was interesting to read the family structure of wali and how he had this unique bond with his parents and twin sisters. The friendship he had with Kamran Chaudhary (K-Man) was deep and their scenes throughout the book stole my heart. Each and every relationship around wali made a lot of the positive impact on him after the diagnosis.
The Best part of this book were the therapy sessions of wali with Dr. Imaan.It shows that how important it is to seek help even though you have a supportive environment around you. The sessions between them were insightful and one can learn a lot from it. Every little doubt, anxiety, conflict wali shared with the therapist was portrayed realistically. Those sessions played an important role in the character growth of wali and one can also see that it helped him a lot in navigating relationships around him.
Wali was passionate about filmmaking and I loved reading his journey in it. I would say he was brave and had a lot of courage in him. This book truly was powerful and had a huge impact on me. I would highly recommend it to readers here and I wish no one misses out this amazing book!!!
Words feel short after reading this outstanding story😊
Review of advance copy received from Author
We received an early copy of this book from the author. My teenage son was the first to pick it up and he did not put it down. When I asked him about it he said, "It's really good!" and "This guy really had to go through something." And "It felt real."
I could see that this was meaningful to him, to see a boy deal with a difficult problem. Emotionally powerful books like this that my boys can relate to can be hard to find. They read lots of books with female main characters but this one was really touching, incredibly impactful in an era with so many less-than-great male role models in media.
My turn to read it next, but giving this five stars because my kid's is the review that really matters.
I could see that this was meaningful to him, to see a boy deal with a difficult problem. Emotionally powerful books like this that my boys can relate to can be hard to find. They read lots of books with female main characters but this one was really touching, incredibly impactful in an era with so many less-than-great male role models in media.
My turn to read it next, but giving this five stars because my kid's is the review that really matters.
Review of advance copy received from Author
It’s Not Over Yet by Salma Hussain — Book Review
What if you were fifteen, had your whole life ahead of you, and suddenly found out that you had only sixteen weeks before your life could change forever? That is where It’s Not Over Yet begins. Wali Khan is a film-loving teenager whose ordinary life is interrupted by the discovery of a brain tumour. But this isn’t simply a story about illness. It is about what happens when a young person is forced to confront fear, uncertainty and the possibility of losing the future he had always taken for granted.
What touched me most about Wali is that he doesn’t become a perfectly brave, inspirational character after his diagnosis. He’s scared, angry, sarcastic and confused. He still wants to make films, fall in love, argue with his family and experience all the wonderfully ordinary things that make up being fifteen. And perhaps that’s what makes his story so deeply human. Illness doesn’t erase who you are; it simply forces you to look at yourself and your life differently.
The book beautifully explores family, friendship, first love and the complicated ways people respond when someone they love is suffering. It reminds us that a diagnosis affects more than one person, and that sometimes the people trying hardest to protect us can also struggle to understand what we need.
Ultimately, It’s Not Over Yet is a tender reminder that uncertainty isn’t the same as an ending. Life doesn’t stop simply because we’re afraid of what comes next. Sometimes, when the future feels frightening, the bravest thing we can do is keep living in the present.
What if you were fifteen, had your whole life ahead of you, and suddenly found out that you had only sixteen weeks before your life could change forever? That is where It’s Not Over Yet begins. Wali Khan is a film-loving teenager whose ordinary life is interrupted by the discovery of a brain tumour. But this isn’t simply a story about illness. It is about what happens when a young person is forced to confront fear, uncertainty and the possibility of losing the future he had always taken for granted.
What touched me most about Wali is that he doesn’t become a perfectly brave, inspirational character after his diagnosis. He’s scared, angry, sarcastic and confused. He still wants to make films, fall in love, argue with his family and experience all the wonderfully ordinary things that make up being fifteen. And perhaps that’s what makes his story so deeply human. Illness doesn’t erase who you are; it simply forces you to look at yourself and your life differently.
The book beautifully explores family, friendship, first love and the complicated ways people respond when someone they love is suffering. It reminds us that a diagnosis affects more than one person, and that sometimes the people trying hardest to protect us can also struggle to understand what we need.
Ultimately, It’s Not Over Yet is a tender reminder that uncertainty isn’t the same as an ending. Life doesn’t stop simply because we’re afraid of what comes next. Sometimes, when the future feels frightening, the bravest thing we can do is keep living in the present.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
In this young adult fiction, I learnt so, so much.
"𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘸𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦."
Wali, who is all pumped up for his sophomore year, finds that he has a golf-ball sized tumour in his brain. Although benign, its location means he will have to live a very different life from what he imagined. In the four months to his surgery, Wali goes through a rollercoaster of emotions — denial, anger, frustration, guilt — while he deals with his relationship with his parents, sisters, best friend and a new friend.
It’s Not Over Yet feels like a very personal read. We are able to see Wali’s character develops as he searches for himself as a second-generation immigrant of an interfaith household. I especially love the conversations he has with his psychiatrist, Dr Iman. She is, in fact, my favourite side character in the novel. I wish I could be as wise and as patient as her. Not to forget the therapy dog, Cocoa. She’s such a sweetheart.
I hope this book reaches out to many of you. It’s a great book with discussions on culture, faith, mental health, relationships between family and friends.
I would like to thank the author Salma Hussain, Tundra Books, and NetGalley for the e-ARC. I am honoured to have read Wali’s journey.
"𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘸𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦."
Wali, who is all pumped up for his sophomore year, finds that he has a golf-ball sized tumour in his brain. Although benign, its location means he will have to live a very different life from what he imagined. In the four months to his surgery, Wali goes through a rollercoaster of emotions — denial, anger, frustration, guilt — while he deals with his relationship with his parents, sisters, best friend and a new friend.
It’s Not Over Yet feels like a very personal read. We are able to see Wali’s character develops as he searches for himself as a second-generation immigrant of an interfaith household. I especially love the conversations he has with his psychiatrist, Dr Iman. She is, in fact, my favourite side character in the novel. I wish I could be as wise and as patient as her. Not to forget the therapy dog, Cocoa. She’s such a sweetheart.
I hope this book reaches out to many of you. It’s a great book with discussions on culture, faith, mental health, relationships between family and friends.
I would like to thank the author Salma Hussain, Tundra Books, and NetGalley for the e-ARC. I am honoured to have read Wali’s journey.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
REVIEW OF ADVANCED COPY RECEIVED FROM NETGALLEY
4.5 ⭐️
This book felt much more personal to me than I expected. I found myself relating to Wali on a very deep level, to the point where some parts felt like I was reading a small piece of my own story.
His fear, the way he dealt with his health, the uncertainty surrounding his surgery, and especially his experience during the surgery, ICU, and recovery really stayed with me. The emotional aspect of his journey was what connected me to the story the most.
I also appreciated how the book showed that illness doesn't affect just one person—his family was going through their own emotions and struggles too. The writing was heartfelt and beautifully captured the quieter, more difficult moments of Wali's journey.
The pacing felt a little slow at times, but I think it suited the overall mood and tone of the story.
More than anything, this book left me with a lot of thoughts and emotions. I truly hope no one has to go through what Wali did, and I hope everyone who is currently struggling with their health finds healing, strength, and better days ahead.
4.5 ⭐️
This book felt much more personal to me than I expected. I found myself relating to Wali on a very deep level, to the point where some parts felt like I was reading a small piece of my own story.
His fear, the way he dealt with his health, the uncertainty surrounding his surgery, and especially his experience during the surgery, ICU, and recovery really stayed with me. The emotional aspect of his journey was what connected me to the story the most.
I also appreciated how the book showed that illness doesn't affect just one person—his family was going through their own emotions and struggles too. The writing was heartfelt and beautifully captured the quieter, more difficult moments of Wali's journey.
The pacing felt a little slow at times, but I think it suited the overall mood and tone of the story.
More than anything, this book left me with a lot of thoughts and emotions. I truly hope no one has to go through what Wali did, and I hope everyone who is currently struggling with their health finds healing, strength, and better days ahead.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
It's not over yet follows 15 year old cinema obsessed David Wali Khan whose life is upended at the start of tenth grade when he is diagnosed with a benign brain tumor requiring surgery in four months. Wali uses his remaining sixteen weeks to turn his perspective outward. Balancing a supportive yet sometimes clueless interfaith household (a Muslim father and Christian mother), teasing twin sisters, and an unexpected connection with a new girl named Ruby! It is deeply moving and surprisingly hilarious and also very Gen Z coded. What makes this book so special is that it completely avoids fake positivity. Ruby sums it up best with that Beckett quote—‘I can’t go on. I’ll go on.’ It’s all about showing up for your life, even when you have no idea how things will turn out. Salma Hussain crafted a beautiful narrative filled with sharp wit, warmth and real emotional weight. A mandatory read for anyone who needs a reminder of how precious life is! If I could only recommend one book to someone for the rest of the year, this would be it without a single second thought.
September 15, 2026
Review of Advanced Copy received via Netgalley.
A film is good if it can move you, inspite of the ending
This book echoes this sentiment for me. It is not loud, filled with trendy tropes nor a clear formulaic book. It breathes as a slice of life and moves through various themes like grief, hope, the immigrant experience and ultimately finding your voice.
It does take some time to get into the book - and I put that down to the narrator being a teenage boy lol. There is a lot of initial world building and is chaotic at times.
The middle and end for me is what makes this book a great pick me up. The prose becomes more authentic , the characters gain more depth and it isnt a cliche.
Somehow the background of Toronto’s East end helps bring the story together more ( especially as I live around there) . Recommend this book if you want a slice of life book about hope, growing up and breathing easier.
A film is good if it can move you, inspite of the ending
This book echoes this sentiment for me. It is not loud, filled with trendy tropes nor a clear formulaic book. It breathes as a slice of life and moves through various themes like grief, hope, the immigrant experience and ultimately finding your voice.
It does take some time to get into the book - and I put that down to the narrator being a teenage boy lol. There is a lot of initial world building and is chaotic at times.
The middle and end for me is what makes this book a great pick me up. The prose becomes more authentic , the characters gain more depth and it isnt a cliche.
Somehow the background of Toronto’s East end helps bring the story together more ( especially as I live around there) . Recommend this book if you want a slice of life book about hope, growing up and breathing easier.
October 13, 2026
Hussain’s YA debut novel is an earnest exploration of inner and external turmoil. When a medical diagnosis unravels his young life, Wali embarks on a self-discovery quest that’s surprisingly complex.
Hussain explores weighty issues like mortality and faith, identity and immigration, family and friendship, love, and even legacy. That’s the centrifugal force of the book: though still a teenager, Wali is asking questions that touch upon all stages of life.
Organic and honest, Wali exudes an effortless charm as you follow his POV. Funny, raw, intelligent, curious, but at times every bit as reckless as you’d expect a 15-year-old to be, it’s impossible not to like Wali.
Wali’s relationships with the supporting characters are wholesome, at times problematic, but always painfully human. The dynamic between him and “K-man” was easily the highlight of the book for me.
There’s so much here for everyone, especially young adults of all walks of life. “It’s Not Over Yet” is a triumphant debut by Hussain and a shining entry in the CanLit YA panoply. Alhamdulillah!
Hussain explores weighty issues like mortality and faith, identity and immigration, family and friendship, love, and even legacy. That’s the centrifugal force of the book: though still a teenager, Wali is asking questions that touch upon all stages of life.
Organic and honest, Wali exudes an effortless charm as you follow his POV. Funny, raw, intelligent, curious, but at times every bit as reckless as you’d expect a 15-year-old to be, it’s impossible not to like Wali.
Wali’s relationships with the supporting characters are wholesome, at times problematic, but always painfully human. The dynamic between him and “K-man” was easily the highlight of the book for me.
There’s so much here for everyone, especially young adults of all walks of life. “It’s Not Over Yet” is a triumphant debut by Hussain and a shining entry in the CanLit YA panoply. Alhamdulillah!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
David Wali Kahn just wants to start sophomore year in a better place than the previous year. He's feeling more confident and has a solid best friend, and it's easy to ignore the pesky dizziness that he experiences from time to time. But when Wali's symptoms get worse and an ER trip reveals a serious diagnosis, Wali starts contemplating various aspects of his life.
It's Not Over Yet is a beautiful blend of culture, religion, family expectations, friendship, and mental health. Each of these elements is well developed without any of them feeling overpowering to Wali's overall journey. I especially loved the way Wali incorporates both is mother's Christianity and his father's Islam into his journey, and his visits with his therapist were a solid inclusion. A strong pick for lit circles.
I read an ARC from NetGalley.
It's Not Over Yet is a beautiful blend of culture, religion, family expectations, friendship, and mental health. Each of these elements is well developed without any of them feeling overpowering to Wali's overall journey. I especially loved the way Wali incorporates both is mother's Christianity and his father's Islam into his journey, and his visits with his therapist were a solid inclusion. A strong pick for lit circles.
I read an ARC from NetGalley.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I am so deeply sorry for this review...the subject matter was so interesting and compelling, but I just could not get past the constant switching in slang. Some teenage slang was from the last three years, some was from when I was in high school, some was from earlier, and it all just felt incredibly dated. The author did not write a convincing teenager, and that was frustrating to me as a reader of YA. Others seem to LOVE this book, so it might just be me, but I had a hard time with the narration.
Thank you to NetGalley and Tundra Books for an eARC in exchange for my honest review.
Thank you to NetGalley and Tundra Books for an eARC in exchange for my honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Full of heart, wit, and hope, It’s Not Over Yet is an unforgettable and endearing coming of age story about finding beauty amidst life’s uncertain reckonings. Wali’s authentic voice is pitch-perfect as he navigates his diagnosis, mental health, faith, and the quirky cast of people in his life he learns to appreciate along the way. Part-tear jerker, part-comedy, and whole-heartedly original, Salma Hussain’s YA debut is vulnerable and beautiful.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
This is no half-baked attempt at exploring trauma. There’s no holding back on things we don’t openly say. The writing is authentic, poetic, and all in. It’s a book that could only be written by a person who knows how it all explodes and has spent enough time wringing out the feelings. 10000% recommend - cry, love, and laugh.
May 12, 2026
We need more contemporary YA “boy books” and this one definitely hits its mark! A very enjoyable read!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to the publishing team at Tundra Books for going above and beyond to give me an early look at this book!
Wali Khan is your average teen relieved to have survived the torment of freshman year. But after he collapses with epic headaches, random vomiting, and dizziness, he’s diagnosed with a golfball sized brain tumor. It’s probably benign, but now he must undergo life-altering surgery at the end of the semester. With the date looming, how can Wali make peace with his situation AND survive high school?
IT’S NOT OVER YET is a moving and immersive book based on the author’s personal experience with life-changing illness. Wali is SUCH a vivid narrator! He practically leaps off the page. You can feel his fears, his passions, and his anger. Wali is surrounded by a compelling cast of friends and family. Each character in this book felt alive to me, especially Wali’s parents and sisters. They’re not just window dressing, they’re the heart of this book!
I loved how we got to see Wali dealing with each aspect of his life: his love and frustration with his parents, his distance from his older sisters, his relationship to religion (his mom is Catholic and his dad is Muslim), and his love for film. Every piece of this book felt rich and detailed. I’m sure it will provoke many interesting conversations.
While I loved seeing Wali’s journey and the nuanced way his relationship with friends and family develops over the course of the book, I did feel like a few things turned out too neat and tidy. I wanted a happy ending and I can understand that teens need to see hope as well, but I wanted things to get a little bit messier. Everything in the book was tied up in a bow where I wanted it left a bit more open.
Nevertheless, I treasured my time with IT’S NOT OVER YET and I can’t wait for teens to discover Wali’s story! This book is definitely going on my favorites of 2026 list!
Trigger/content warnings: detailed descriptions of nausea and vomiting, brief drug use, descriptions of medical procedures, and depression.
Wali Khan is your average teen relieved to have survived the torment of freshman year. But after he collapses with epic headaches, random vomiting, and dizziness, he’s diagnosed with a golfball sized brain tumor. It’s probably benign, but now he must undergo life-altering surgery at the end of the semester. With the date looming, how can Wali make peace with his situation AND survive high school?
IT’S NOT OVER YET is a moving and immersive book based on the author’s personal experience with life-changing illness. Wali is SUCH a vivid narrator! He practically leaps off the page. You can feel his fears, his passions, and his anger. Wali is surrounded by a compelling cast of friends and family. Each character in this book felt alive to me, especially Wali’s parents and sisters. They’re not just window dressing, they’re the heart of this book!
I loved how we got to see Wali dealing with each aspect of his life: his love and frustration with his parents, his distance from his older sisters, his relationship to religion (his mom is Catholic and his dad is Muslim), and his love for film. Every piece of this book felt rich and detailed. I’m sure it will provoke many interesting conversations.
While I loved seeing Wali’s journey and the nuanced way his relationship with friends and family develops over the course of the book, I did feel like a few things turned out too neat and tidy. I wanted a happy ending and I can understand that teens need to see hope as well, but I wanted things to get a little bit messier. Everything in the book was tied up in a bow where I wanted it left a bit more open.
Nevertheless, I treasured my time with IT’S NOT OVER YET and I can’t wait for teens to discover Wali’s story! This book is definitely going on my favorites of 2026 list!
Trigger/content warnings: detailed descriptions of nausea and vomiting, brief drug use, descriptions of medical procedures, and depression.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
A book that should be a must read for teens who are dealing with any mental/physical illness. An interesting YA that delves into numerous topics and cultures. Definitely written for a younger audience but still enjoyable to read.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Here is my official author review:
A humorous and heartfelt coming-of-age novel that does not shy away from the complexities of being a teenaged boy faced with a serious health diagnosis. Wali is a fully realized protagonist who takes readers on a beautiful, messy, resilient journey of hope. Hussain captures the authenticity and universality of adolescence through Wali who you can’t help but root for!
**id also like to add that I yearned for more and would love to see a sequel or series! Maybe a story about wali’s sisters! and that I think it’s so important that we have more YA books with the perspective of a teenage boy! Especially a BIPOC teenage boy who is moody, messy, funny, scared, flawed and kind. Which Hussain was able to masterfully portray here (don’t believe me? She has two starred reviews…so far).
A humorous and heartfelt coming-of-age novel that does not shy away from the complexities of being a teenaged boy faced with a serious health diagnosis. Wali is a fully realized protagonist who takes readers on a beautiful, messy, resilient journey of hope. Hussain captures the authenticity and universality of adolescence through Wali who you can’t help but root for!
**id also like to add that I yearned for more and would love to see a sequel or series! Maybe a story about wali’s sisters! and that I think it’s so important that we have more YA books with the perspective of a teenage boy! Especially a BIPOC teenage boy who is moody, messy, funny, scared, flawed and kind. Which Hussain was able to masterfully portray here (don’t believe me? She has two starred reviews…so far).
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book will break your heart, and then piece it back together.
Update: 10/26
It’s Not Over Yet is a heartfelt and beautifully balanced coming-of-age story that tackles a frightening diagnosis without ever losing its warmth or sense of humor. Wali is an instantly engaging protagonist-funny, frustrated, vulnerable, and completely believable as he tries to navigate family, friendship, first feelings, and an uncertain future. Salma Hussain handles difficult themes with remarkable sensitivity, allowing moments of fear and anger to exist alongside tenderness and hope. Moving without becoming overly sentimental, this is ultimately a life-affirming story about accepting help, finding courage, and realizing just how much living can fit into an uncertain tomorrow.
Update: 10/26
It’s Not Over Yet is a heartfelt and beautifully balanced coming-of-age story that tackles a frightening diagnosis without ever losing its warmth or sense of humor. Wali is an instantly engaging protagonist-funny, frustrated, vulnerable, and completely believable as he tries to navigate family, friendship, first feelings, and an uncertain future. Salma Hussain handles difficult themes with remarkable sensitivity, allowing moments of fear and anger to exist alongside tenderness and hope. Moving without becoming overly sentimental, this is ultimately a life-affirming story about accepting help, finding courage, and realizing just how much living can fit into an uncertain tomorrow.
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