59 pages • 1 hour read
Love, Hate and Other Filters
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Book Brief
288
Novel • Fiction
Illinois • Contemporary
2018
YA
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Love, Hate and Other Filters by Samira Ahmed follows Maya Aziz, a 17-year-old Indian American Muslim in Batavia, Illinois, who dreams of becoming a filmmaker despite her parents' expectations for her to pursue law or medicine. The novel explores Maya's struggle to assert her independence and identity amid familial pressure, cultural expectations, and the impact of a terrorist attack that heightens anti-Muslim sentiment. Topics include violence against people of Muslim faith.
Emotional
Romantic
Challenging
Hopeful
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
14,577 ratings
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Review Roundup
Love, Hate and Other Filters by Samira Ahmed is praised for its poignant exploration of identity, culture, and Islamophobia. Readers appreciate the protagonist's relatable struggles and the engaging narrative. However, some critics find the plot predictable and the romantic elements clichéd. Overall, it's a compelling YA novel that addresses crucial social issues.
Who Should Read Love, Hate and Other Filters?
Readers who enjoy Love, Hate and Other Filters by Samira Ahmed are typically young adults grappling with identity, cultural conflict, and first love. Similar to fans of The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas and When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon, they appreciate diverse voices and contemporary social issues woven into compelling narratives.
14,577 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Asif and Sofia Aziz
Asif and Sofia Aziz
Maya's parents, who are dentists and hold traditional Indian values, seeking to guide Maya’s future according to their cultural beliefs.
Hina
Hina
Maya's aunt and Sofia's sister, a graphic designer living in Chicago, who supports Maya's aspirations and decisions.
Violet
Violet
Maya’s best friend, originally from New York City, who supports Maya despite their different backgrounds and enjoys relationship drama.
Phil
Phil
Captain of the Batavia High School football team, who befriends Maya over their shared experiences of external pressures and has aspirations beyond football.
Ethan Branson
Ethan Branson
A troubled individual who becomes a suicide bomber in Springfield, Illinois, driven by feelings of worthlessness stemming from a turbulent family background.
Brian Jennings
Brian Jennings
A football player at Batavia High School who harbors anger and prejudice, influenced by personal family trauma and external events.
288
Novel • Fiction
Illinois • Contemporary
2018
YA
14-18 years
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