Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
The Next New Syrian Girl |
2023 |
Ream Shukairy |
Buy |
| 2 |
Six Truths and a Lie |
2024 |
Ream Shukairy |
Buy |
Ream Shukairy’s standalone novels include The Next New Syrian Girl (2023) and Six Truths and a Lie (2024). Both books explore the lives of Arab-American characters facing questions about identity, family, and self-determination.
The Next New Syrian Girl drew attention as a debut that gave an authentic voice to the Syrian-American experience, while Six Truths and a Lie continued to build on the themes of cultural negotiation and personal truth that define Shukairy’s work.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Ream Shukairy Standalone Novels series?
There are two books in the Ream Shukairy Standalone Novels series, published between 2023 and 2024.
What is the first book in the Ream Shukairy Standalone Novels series?
The first book in the Ream Shukairy Standalone Novels series is The Next New Syrian Girl, published in 2023.
What is The Next New Syrian Girl about?
The Next New Syrian Girl (2023) follows a young Syrian-American woman dealing with the expectations of her family and community while trying to define her own path. The novel explores cultural identity, belonging, and the complexity of life as a first-generation American.