Almost Sunset: A Graphic Novel [Hardcover]

In a contemporary middle grade graphic novel debut that Gene Luen Yang calls funny, endearing, and an intimate look at a Muslim family, Almost Sunsetfollows a young Muslim American boy during Ramadan as he finds the balance between his family traditions and his secular middle school life. Perfect for fans ofSwim TeamandChunky.

It's almost sunset, and Hassan has been dreaming about eating since the sun came up. The month of Ramadan has begun, and not eating until sundown intensifies his already busy days full of homework, soccer, and gaming. And since his teachers and friends at school barely understand Ramadan and its traditions, it's easier to just...not mention it.

As the month stretches on, Hassan's family and community grow closer together. They wake up before sunrise every morning, feast when the sun goes down, and attend mosque in the evenings. Can Hassan balance it all during the hectic holy month—faith, tradition, school, and fun, too?

“One of the year’s best graphic novels.” -JASON SHIGA, creator of Meanwhile and Adventuregame Comics

An inspiring look at the challenges and courage needed to be true to one’s faith.  -Kirkus Reviews

Algarmi utilizes a friendly comic-strip style to portray Hassan’s struggles balancing expectations from family, friends, and school administrators. Casual dialogue depicts amiable tween and adult interactions and establishes ample context surrounding the celebration of Ramadan, including the dress, prayer, rituals, and food; dotted eyes, a comma nose, and toothy expressions render Hassan’s furrowed-brow earnestness, whole-body enthusiasm, and high-minded aspirations in navigating his complex feelings regarding his heritage in this wholesome graphic novel debut. -Publishers Weekly

In this endearing and informative graphic novel...readers unfamiliar with Ramadalc|