Ripples

by Jamilah Kolocotronis

Isaiah, Kyle, and Jennifer. As children, the three cousins laughed together, played pranks, and generally caused chaos within the family. Now, as they approach adulthood, each faces a special challenge. Isaiah's father, Chris, has dreams for his first-born son, anticipating that he will travel the world to "spread the word of God." Isaiah has dreams of his own-of history and anthropology-and he refuses to give into his father's demands. Their unspoken conflict erupts into a bitter war of faith and will. The car accident changed everything. Kyle, Brad's oldest son, was once a star athlete, popular and self-assured. Now he is disabled and alone. He struggles for acceptance and the opportunity to prove himself. Through his own determination and the encouragement of a special friend, Kyle strives for another chance at life. Jennifer, Joshua's daughter, is a new mother who has built her life around her Pakistani husband and their infant son. When cultural clashes in her marriage present special difficulties, Jennifer is challenged to make her own way in the world. Eventually she accomplishes what she once thought was impossible. In Ripples, the fourth book of the Echoes Series, these three children of Brad, Chris, and Joshua learn how to overcome obstacles and endure hardships in the transition from youth to adulthood. Jamilah Kolocotronis earned her Ph.D. in Social Science Education. She developed a multicultural social studies curriculum and taught social studies at the middle and high school levels for twelve year. She has also lived and traveled in Southeast Asia. Since 1982, she has been busy raising and guiding her sons. Her first book was published in 1990. She published her first novel in 2003. Ripples is the fourth book in her Echoes Series. Jamilah lives in Lexington, Kentucky.

416 pages, Paperback

First published February 29, 2008

Reviews

[Aaisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book (series) for the third time in 7 years, yet it was still so poignant, inspirational and gripping. Sister Jamilah (Allah yarhamhaa) had a beautiful way of making a fictional work so powerful with her underlying, deeper messages as portrayed through the lives' of her characters. This series is bound to touch the reader and make one pause whilst reading, to just ponder over the Mercy of Allah and the profound meaning behind the author's words.
Sister Jamilah portrays realistic life experiences of Muslim reverts living in the West, their challenges and experiences, both positive and negative

[Raheemah Odusote · Rating 4 out of 5]

I appreciated how Ripples didn’t offer easy resolutions. Every choice had consequences, and Kolocotronis portrayed them with sensitivity. What stood out to me was the way the characters’ actions had ripple effects on their community, mirroring real life. It reminded me that healing isn’t linear, and that one person’s pain can either build bridges or deepen wounds. I admired the balance of vulnerability and strength in the characters as they sought meaning and a sense of belonging.

[Sabrina · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[UmmSolodeen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful story. Well written. Another page turner for me.