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How will she survive in an alien city? When Jameelas mother dies, she is left alone with her distant, moody father. He decides they will leave their small village in Afghanistan and start a new life in Kabul. Here Jameela struggles to deal with a strange culture, unfamiliar people and a new, hostile family. Alone and vulnerable in the war-ravaged city, can Jameela find friendship, acceptance and hope? This powerful and touching novel by renowned Pakistani - Canadian author Rukhsana Khan, was inspired by a true story. Winner of the Middle East Book Award (Youth Fiction Category), 2009. The Now series deals with children growing up in times of conflict powerless, vulnerable and yet, against all odds, brave and hopeful of a better future. About the Author Rukhsana Khan is an award winning Pakistani - Canadian childrens author, writer and storyteller, whose stories have enabled children of all cultures to connect with cultures of Eastern origins.