![]() With the story set at an all-girls Catholic school in Dublin, Nishat’s desire to come out is more complicated than it might be at a public school. While this story may seem like it’s about teen love and school drama, Jaigirdar also explores many more serious topics. With all the hallmarks of school stress and infatuation, Nishat learns that she’s not the only one hiding part of who she is.Ī Coming-of-Age Story Hidden in Close Competition Nishat’s feelings are further complicated when both girls create their own henna businesses for a school competition, essentially pitting them against each other. Now that Nishat realizes that she’s attracted to girls, she can’t keep her eyes off Flávia who is not only beautiful but also incredibly charismatic. ![]() When her old friend Flávia returns, things get even more complicated. Caught between wanting to be herself and fearing a rift with her family, Nishat doesn’t know where to turn. ![]() They tell her they love her, but that Muslim girls aren’t gay. ![]() Nishat finally comes out to her parents, but their reaction isn’t what she hoped for. 64 In The Henna Wars, Two Rival Artists Find They Have a Common Secret ![]()
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