Publisher's Synopsis
Internationally bestselling author Nadia Hashimis first novel for young readers is an emotional, beautiful, and riveting coming-of-age journey to modern day Afghanistan that explores life as a "bacha posh"--a pre-teen girl dressed as a boy. "Like its young protagonist, One Half from the East dances between hope and hard realities. Obaydas struggle to define herself in a world that is all too eager to do the job for her is captivating." - Cassie Beasley, author of Circus Mirandus
