Jamie Hogan

In her vibrant Bangladeshi village, Naima is known for her incredible artistic talent. She is a master at painting traditional alpana patterns, beautifully decorating her neighbors' homes for special celebrations and weddings. But despite her artistic gifts, Naima feels a deep sense of frustration. She desperately wants to help her struggling family earn money, just like her best friend, Saleem, is able to do for his own household. Determined to make a real difference, Naima decides to take matters into her own hands. Unfortunately, her bold attempt to help goes terribly wrong, accidentally putting her family even deeper into debt. Now, the pressure is on. Naima must dig deep, relying on her sharp resourcefulness and her unique creative abilities to fix the disaster she has caused. Step into a beautifully changing Bangladesh in this moving and critically acclaimed story of courage and resilience. You will follow a brave young girl as she challenges old traditions, discovers the power of her own voice, and fights to support the people she loves most. It is an inspiring journey about family, the value of hard work, and finding innovative ways to save the day.