The Moon of Masarrah (The Moon of Masarrah Series)

Beautiful balance of intriguing mystery and Muslim faith. Can't wait to indulge in book 2 of series

The Moon of Masarrah by Farah Zaman is an enchanting throwback to the kind of adventure story I used to read as a young person--it is bright and breezy in the old Nancy Drew/Hardy Boys style, lighthearted, engaging mystery fiction for young people but with a postmodern twist. Ms. Zaman presents us with a welcome celebration of diversity within genre, giving her story a distinctly unique flavor--at least to those like myself unfamiliar with Muslim culture. The sprightly paced narrative transcends cultural barriers by introducing the reader to an engaging quartet of young people who soon find themselves unraveling secrets from the past. Ms. Zaman's quartet of protagonists are delightful and the mystery in which she has them entwined is fun and unpredictable. Her greatest achievement here, however, is the narrative's ability to transcend cultural boundaries, making the work accessible to readers from any walk of life.. While aimed primarily at the YA market (one presumes), Ms. Zaman's story draws one in the way the classic Agatha Christie type mystery always does, by thrusting us into a fascinating world and allowing us to experience it through her stimulating characters. Great fun for mystery fans and those who think they might like to become mystery fans. Do yourself a favor and add The Moon of Masarrah to your must-read list. You'll be glad you did.

For so many of us, a thriller is the quintessential summer read. The suspense, the intrigue the ad­ven­ture — this book is an escapist in the best way. And yet with so many thriller and mystery books out there, it's hard to know which are worth loading into your bag. “The Moon of Masarrah” had me wanting more, full of anticipation of “what is going to happen next” the enthusiasm of the kids wanting to solve this ancient mystery was overwhelming! Great summer reading for both adults and kids! My boys are going to love this adventure!

The Moon Of Masarrah was so much fun to read. I am so happy that my dad got me this book. It is a book that I will definitely tell my friends about and encourage them to read. The reason why I liked this book so much is because while I was reading it I was on the edge of my seat the whole time. There was also enough description that it was easy to visualize what was going on. Overall this was a great book and I really enjoyed reading it.

I loved this story so much! I wish it had been around when I was younger, & I can’t wait until my daughter is old enough to enjoy it. It’s full of mystery and suspense, and stars some very resourceful teenagers. I loved the entire notion of secret tunnels and quiet hideaways, it’s like watching the daydreams of my youth come alive in the pages of a book. Can’t wait for the next installment!

A great diverse book read! This book made me remember all those times I spent reading Enid Blyton's The Famous Five as a child. But this time we follow Zaid, his sister Zara, and friends Adam and Layla on a trip to Bayan Cove to search for the missing Moon of Masarrah diamond. Secret tunnels and scary pirates make this an exciting story for curious children!

A group of teenagers and their younger brothers visit the grandfather of one group and old friend of the other group. After learning of a list treasure they embark on a treasure hunt. I recommend this book to young people who like adventure and mystery. I received this book from Goodreads for free.

This is a wonderful book for young readers. The suspense will keep you wanting to read for hours. I like how it includes the basic daily life of a Muslim, like the kids always pray their salah and the girls are dressed in their hijab. It's encouraging for young readers, showing them that they can have fun. Sherry Mandol