Saints and Misfits

Analyze the role of positive and negative adult role models in Saints and Misfits. Who are the positive influences in Janna’s life? Which adults impact her in a more negative way? Use examples from the text to prove your point.

Explore the significance of the hijab and the niqab as symbols of identity and empowerment in the novel. How do they shape Janna’s experiences and interactions with others? In what ways does she view them as liberating?

Discuss the role of fostering religious community in the novel, particularly as it applies to the characters who serve as religious leaders, such as Sarah or Uncle Amu. How does the religious community differ from other types of friendship or connection explored in the novel? What are the values and dangers associated with it?