57 pages • 1 hour read
Aisha SaeedOmar Rising
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2022A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Omar Rising by Aisha Saeed, Omar Ali, a 12-year-old from a Pakistani village, wins a scholarship to the prestigious Ghalib Academy. Although attending Ghalib promises a brighter future, Omar soon discovers that scholarship students face discrimination and extreme academic pressures. As he navigates these challenges with the support of friends and family, Omar learns to believe in himself and fight against injustice.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Omar Rising by Aisha Saeed is celebrated for its engaging narrative and heartfelt portrayal of a boy's struggle for education against systemic inequalities. Reviewers praise the book's authentic characterization and relatable themes. Criticisms focus on predictable plot elements and occasional pacing issues. Overall, it is considered an inspiring and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Omar Rising?
A reader who enjoys Omar Rising by Aisha Saeed will likely be a fan of inspirational, character-driven stories about overcoming adversity. Similar to readers of Front Desk by Kelly Yang and Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan, this audience appreciates themes of resilience, hope, and the pursuit of dreams against challenging odds.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
HL540LBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Social Justice
Race / Racism
Society: Education
Society: Class
Society: Community