[Shabanu 02] • Haveli

The world of Newbery Honor book *Shabanu* is vividly re-created in this novel of a young Pakistani woman's heartbreaking struggle against the tyranny of custom and ancient law. Shabanu, now a mother at 18, faces daily challenges to her position in her husband's household, even as she plans for her young daughter's education and uncertain future. Then, during a visit to the *haveli,* their home in the city of Lahore, Shabanu falls in love with Omar, in spite of traditions that forbid their union.

*From the Paperback edition.*