Four Eids and a Funeral by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
In Four Eids and a Funeral, Said Hossain and Tiwa Olatunji were once inseparable childhood friends. But as they grew older, their bond fractured, turning them into sworn enemies. Now, tragedy reunites them, forcing them to confront their past and work together to save their local Islamic Center. This is a story of rekindling friendships, community resilience, and finding one’s way home.
The central conflict emerges when the Islamic Center accidentally catches fire, and the mayor plans to demolish it entirely. Despite their tense relationship, Tiwa needs Said’s help to change the mayor’s mind. Meanwhile, Said secretly needs a project for art school. As they work together, their efforts become intertwined with saving Eid and, perhaps, saving their relationship. The tension builds as they navigate personal struggles, community challenges, and the fight for justice.
The novel unfolds in Vermont, where Said and Tiwa spent much of their childhoods at the town’s library and the local Islamic Center. The flavors of Eid celebrations, the struggle to maintain faith, and the levels of acceptance within the Muslim community shape the characters’ actions and motivations. The small-town setting contrasts with the larger issues they face, adding depth to the narrative.
Four Eids and a Funeral beautifully captures the complexities of relationships, faith, and belonging. Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé and Adiba Jaigirdar deliver a heartfelt tale that reminds us of the importance of standing together, even when faced with adversity
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