by boot | Feb 27, 2025
Why does Shauzia put food under her bed? What does it tell you about the way she sees her life?
by boot | Feb 27, 2025
Barbara says that they moved to Pakistan because “we like a bit of adventure” (page 83). Why might this be offensive to someone like Shauzia?
by boot | Feb 26, 2025
Shauzia thinks that having no food in the cell is “the least of her worries” (page 76). What are her bigger worries at this point? Describe how you feel about Shauzia in this chapter.
by boot | Feb 26, 2025
The burger stand owner is the second man in the novel who gives food to the dog but not to Shauzia. Why do you think people act this way?
by boot | Feb 26, 2025
There are signs that Shauzia’s behavior and attitudes have changed a bit since she first came to Peshawar. What signs do you notice? Why do you think Shauzia has changed? How has she stayed the same?
