Love on Sight
Asli Jensen
Extract
I cycle through the ends and down on to the high street at a fast speed. No helmet. No lights. Just me. And the will of Allah. Not gonna lie though, I don’t think about God very much, only when I’m alone with my thoughts. And I don’t do that often, cos I don’t like thinking about the person that I am right now. I focus on what’s important. The pharmacy is closing soon and Habo Hani needs her medication. The pain in her knee has made it impossible for her to leave the yard today.
A strong cockney accent wakes me from my thoughts, ‘Oi mate, get off your bike!’
I quickly turn my head back to the two feds pacing up behind me. I don’t think I have anything on me, so I press my brakes and stop. Bun going back to them, I’ll wait here for them to come to me.
About the book
A modern dual narrative Romeo-and-Juliet story, perfect for fans of Danielle Jawando and Candice Carty-Williams.
Sabrina knows what she wants – to get into university. But then she meets Jalaal at a party. A boy she should stay away from . . .
Jalaal is sick of trouble, but can't see a way out. Until he meets Sabs . . .
A story that captures the heat and hope of one London summer, and the magic of falling in love for the first time.
- The outstanding debut novel from the Lime New Storyteller 2023 award winner, Asli Jensen.
- An uplifting contemporary YA romance, which draws on the author’s experience of growing up in inner-city London.
- Explores themes of family, culture, friendship, redemption, class, faith and different forms of love in a fresh and authentic style, which will resonate universally.
‘FEARLESS, TENDER AND REFRESHING.’
ANIKA HUSSAIN, AUTHOR OFTHIS IS HOW YOU FALL IN LOVE
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