The Boy at the Back of the Class
The Boy at the Back of the Class
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • 2010s
2018
Adult
8-12 years
940L
Super Short Summary
The Boy at the Back of the Class by Onjali Q. Raúf tells the story of a group of children who befriend a new student from Syria named Ahmet. Ahmet is a refugee, and the children embark on a meaningful journey to help him reunite with his family, learning about empathy, friendship, and kindness along the way.
Heartwarming
Inspirational
Emotional
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
24,136 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Boy at the Back of the Class by Onjali Q. Raúf is lauded for its heartfelt narrative and timely themes of friendship and empathy towards refugees. Readers appreciate its engaging storytelling for young audiences, although some critics find its characters occasionally lack depth. Overall, it effectively fosters understanding and compassion.
Who Should Read The Boy at the Back of the Class?
A reader who enjoys The Boy at the Back of the Class by Onjali Q. Raúf likely appreciates heartfelt stories about friendship, empathy, and social issues, similar to fans of Wonder by R.J. Palacio. This reader often seeks books addressing real-world topics through child-friendly narratives and endearing characters.
24,136 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
312
Novel • Fiction
London, England • 2010s
2018
Adult
8-12 years
940L
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