You Truly Assumed was a quick read, and still gave me so much to dwell on. The novel explores personal growth, friendship, family alongside community building. It features three Black Muslim girls—Bri, Zakat and Farah—in the aftermath of a terrorist attack and I know, I know, what that sounds like but GOD, the absolute joy of these three girls’ perspectives in a modern world, going though life in the best way they can, each with their own lives and hobbies and passions and the want for better, was so satisfying.

This was such a great and timely novel full of facing fears and oppression, and how to overcome hate when you experience it every day. I loved that there was a sense of safety and confession in this, as it felt like each of the characters' stories were able to be told and feel closed.

A powerful, engrossing story about three Black Muslim teens who start a blog to push back against the Islamophobia that effects their lives and communities. Through the blog, they find their voices and challenge themselves to grow, all while also dealing with other teenage concerns--crushes, family dynamics, and friendships. Would recommend.