HUDA WAS HERE BY H.HYAK PUBLISHED BY ALLEN & UNWIN

Huda Was Here is the second book that brings us an adventure with the fabulous Huda. This time she and her brother Akeal are trying to get their father his job back. He was a security guard that patrolled their neighbourhood, but he did it so well, there was no more crime. He has had to travel far away to find work and cannot visit often. Huda has a strategy to get him back. A series of planned raids will surely make it necessary for him to return.

 Between garbage bin ransacking, chalk graffiti and other urban chaos, Huda and Akeal discover the possibility that there is something more serious going on. With the help of a new friend, Fadey, they hope to find out exactly what is happening.

Hayek has given readers another character filled tale. Huda is a larger than life, fiercely protective girl who is totally prepared to take control of any situation. Her interactions with her big brother Akeal range from serious, mutual love and respect to downright funny. We are given an insight into the trials and delights of a family that is living in multi-cultural, contemporary Australia. Themes of courage, family, problem solving, conflict and current financial stress, all come together in an enjoyable and easy to read story of modern times and age-old family unity.

 For Ages: 9 -13 years

Number of Pages: 288

Published: April 2023

Themes: Family, courage, multi-culturalism and siblings