Farrah Noorzad and the Ring of Fate (Farrah Noorzad #1)

 An engaging read with an original and courageous young hero. 

Will appeal to readers who love discovering a magical world located right on top of our own. 

A tween uncovers a fantastical truth about her heritage in this intriguing and peril-filled series opener by Zargarpur (House of Yesterday). Twelve-year-old Afghan American Farrah Noorzad only gets to see her father, Padar, once a year because he spends most of his time in the U.A.E. for work. Yearning for more of his presence, she makes a birthday wish during their annual rock-climbing excursion. The wish backfires, however, and reveals Padar's true nature--he is one of the seven jinn kings, and Farrah's wish causes him to swap places with Idris, a young jinn who was trapped in an enchanted ring. Not only is Padar imprisoned, but if Farrah doesn't free him, the remaining kings will become trapped as well. Accompanied by Idris, Farrah travels to the realm of the jinn, where she meets her jinn half brother Yaseen, who joins the tweens on their quest to save Padar. Zargarpur highlights Persian mythology and Islamic lore via sharp narration and lively characters to cultivate an epic adventure about family, identity, and self-discovery. Ages 8-12. Agent: Elana Roth Parker, Laura Dail Literary. (July)

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"This book is a delight — a fast-paced dance among the spirits and creatures of Persian and Middle Eastern mythology, led by the curiosity and grit of a bright, brave girl. It's a story about messy families and connecting with heritage, filled with magic, humor, and lots of action. You've never seen jinn like this, and you've never met a girl quite like Farrah Noorzad." —Kiyash Monsef, New York Times bestselling author of Once There Was

"Farrah Noorzad is a girl prepared to fight for a world that doesn't want her. So utterly believable and hopeful a character, it's impossible not to root for her. With page-turning mysteries you desperately want answered, and full of wondrous magic from the jinn world, this is a story about love, loyalty, and the sacrifices we make for those we hold dear. Get ready for this spellbinding adventure that will linger in your heart long after the final page is turned!" —Graci Kim, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Fallen Star

"Zargarpur has a precious talent for creating relatable characters alongside ingenious plot twists and astonishing action scenes. I can't wait for readers to meet Farrah and her friends." —A.F. Steadman, New York Times bestselling author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief

"Oh, how I've wanted this story for...maybe my whole life? Deeba brings the fabled jinn crashing (on a cloud) straight into the modern world with blazing lightning bolts and sinister shadow monsters. Full of real heart and— at times—painful honesty. So hang onto your cloud, you're in for a ride!" —Sarwat Chadda, New York Times bestselling author of City of the Plague God

"With fantastical action and a bold heroine you can't help but root for, FARRAH NOORZAD is a heartwarming story about the messiness of family, growing up, and navigating a world where both you and your surroundings are constantly changing. It's sure to leave readers laughing, mesmerized, and glued to the pages." —M.T. Khan, author of Nura and the Immortal Place