Nazneen Akbari Books

This book is a perfect addition to any library or classroom. The stunning illustrations complement a really heartwarming story about Nuha who travels to Oman to spend a summer. She is apprehensive and anxious about the trip and it all feels very far away from home. When she mislays her beloved doll Mary, she wonders if she will ever be able to enjoy her time in a place that feels very different to her usual surroundings. As the story unfolds, Nuha starts to appreciate Oman and the sights, smells and tastes and replaces her beloved doll in the Souk. The ending of the book has some information on some of the places visited and information on the arabic words and phrases used in the text.