Sixteen-year-old Zara Khalid uncovers a centuries-old scroll filled with Qur'anic verses and Prophetic reflections, igniting a journey of humility, courage, and compassion in suburban Toronto. As she deciphers each passage, Zara faces peer pressure, fights injustice, and volunteers at a refugee center-discovering that true strength lies in sincere faith and service. From late-night prayers to leading youth relief in crisis, her transformation culminates in a community exhibit and a mentorship club. A moving young adult tale of knowledge, resilience, and living Prophetic virtues. Laila Siddiqui is a British-Pakistani novelist whose work bridges cultures and faith traditions for a new generation of Muslim readers. After completing her master's in Comparative Literature at the University of Cambridge, she spent five years as a human-rights advocate in London, championing educational access for refugee children. Laila's award-winning young adult series, The Light of Fajr, follows Muslim teens confronting modern challenges with courage rooted in spiritual wisdom. When she isn't drafting her next book, Laila leads interfaith writing circles and enjoys seaside walks with her labrador, Noor.
