Four Eids and a Funeral, Faridah AbikeIyimide
Four Eids and a Funeral, Faridah AbikeIyimide
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Four Eids and a Funeral

Author: Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, Adiba Jaigirdar

Narrator: Farah Kidwai, Sandra Okuboyejo, Shahjehan Khan

Unabridged: 8 hr 23 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/04/2024


Synopsis

Ex-best friends, Tiwa and Said, must work together to save their Islamic Center from demolition, in this romantic story of rekindling and rebuilding by award-winning authors Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé & Adiba Jaigirdar!

The town of New Crosshaven has it all—even its own infamous love story.

These days, Said Hossain spends most of his time away at boarding school. But when his favorite hometown librarian, Ms. Barnes, dies, he must return to New Crosshaven for her funeral and for the summer. Too bad being home makes it a lot harder to avoid facing his ex–best friend, Tiwa Olatunji, or facing the daunting task of telling his Bangladeshi parents that he would rather be an artist than a doctor.

Tiwa doesn’t understand what made Said start ignoring her, but it’s probably that fancy boarding school of his. Though he’s unexpectedly staying at home through the summer, she’s determined to take a page from him and pretend he doesn’t exist. Besides, she has more than enough going on anyway, between grieving her broken family and helping her mother throw the upcoming Eid celebration at the Islamic Center—a place that means so much to Tiwa.

But when the Islamic Center accidentally catches fire, it turns out the mayor plans to demolish the center entirely. Things are still tense between the ex-friends, but Tiwa needs Said’s help if there’s any hope of changing the mayor’s mind, and on top of everything, Said needs a project to submit to art school (unbeknownst to anyone).

Will all their efforts be enough to save the Islamic Center, save Eid, and maybe even save their relationship?

A Macmillan Audio production from Feiwel & Friends.

About Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé

Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé is the instant New York Times, International bestselling, & award-winning author of Ace of Spades, Where Sleeping Girls Lie, and Four Eids and a Funeral. She has also written stories for Marvel’s Spider-Verse and BBC’s Doctor Who. Faridah is an avid tea drinker, a collector of strange mugs, and a graduate from a university in Scotland where she received a BA in English Literature. She also has an MA in Shakespeare Studies from Kings College London. When she isn’t spinning dark tales, Faridah can be found examining the deeper meanings in Disney channel original movies.

About Adiba Jaigirdar

Adiba Jaigirdar is the critically-acclaimed and bestselling author of The Henna Wars, Hani & Ishu’s Guide to Fake Dating, Rani Choudhury Must Die, and co-author of Four Eids and a Funeral. A Bangladeshi/Irish writer and teacher, she has an MA in Postcolonial Studies from the University of Kent, England and a BA in English and History from UCD, Ireland. All of her writing is aided by tea, and a healthy dose of Janelle Monáe and Hayley Kiyoko. When not writing, she is probably ranting about the ills of colonialism, playing video games, or expanding her overflowing lipstick collection. She can be found on Twitter and Instagram.

About Sandra Okuboyejo

Sandra Okuboyejo is a first-generation Nigerian-American actor, writer, and award-winning audiobook narrator based in Brooklyn, NY. With a background in theater and a passion for storytelling, Sandra brings a dynamic and emotive voice to her narrations, captivating listeners across various genres.She has lent her voice to 20+ audiobooks, including The Sweetest Remedy, African Town, Minecraft: The Haven Trials, Delicious Monsters, and Jackal. Notably, Sandra contributed to the audiobook anthology Out There Screaming, produced by Jordan Peele, narrating "Dark Home" by Nnedi Okorafor, and Dream Count by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, earning her earphone awards.Sandra's work has garnered critical acclaim, earning her multiple Earphones Awards spanning from 2022-2025. She received a Starred Review in Booklist (December 2022) and was featured in Audible's "13 Best Debuts of 2022. Her narration style is characterized by emotional depth, versatility, and a commitment to authenticity, drawing inspiration from her rich cultural heritage and diverse artistic experiences.

About Shahjehan Khan

Shahjehan Khan is a Pakistani-American narrator, actor, and touring musician. He fell into this work when a producer at Audible heard his punk band interviewed on NPR in 2009, but didn’t start to dive into the medium until relatively recently, thanks in large part to the lovely folks at Macmillan Audio who have believed in him since his first title with them. Although he is now often distracted with roles in movies, TV, and playing in all his bands, he will always love the booth. He’s now approaching 30 official titles with many of the major publishers and recently won his first Earphones award. Shaj’s voice is on the chill, smooth, and calming side, but he’s definitely skilled at pushing it and finding multiple characters within a story with consistency and agility. He’s also an award-winning podcast host and producer: his show “King of The World” was nominated for an Ambie and a Webby; and he’s currently producing a Tribeca-nominated mini series on groovy 60s psychedelic Pakistani music called “Karachi Nights”.His main inspiration is his awesome and super smart scientist partner Lauren.


Reviews

Goodreads review by myo on July 07, 2024

maybe it’s because everything else i’ve read has been mid but i really enjoyed this book. i thought it was super cute and it was such a fun palette cleanser!......more

Goodreads review by Bookishrealm on July 05, 2024

I think I wanted to love this one so much more! It wasn't a bad book, but I expected a little more from both these authors. CW: racism, Islamophobia, death of a child, grief Four Eids and a Funeral at it's core is a love story about two young adults who have lost their connection for an unknown reaso......more

Goodreads review by Anniek on April 10, 2024

I did enjoy this one for the most part, but sadly not as much as I'd hoped. I liked both of the main characters, and thought this book was often funny. However, the story itself felt like a string of events that I felt were often glossed over and didn't always feel interconnected. Something would ha......more

Goodreads review by Mia on June 23, 2024

I understand what the author wanted to do, but the final product is failing in execution.......more

Goodreads review by ‧₊˚ ellie ♡ (إيلي) on October 19, 2024

Let me make this clear: this is a love story. What could be more fun besides two ex-bestfriends teaming up to save what matters most to them? 3.75 ⭐️ This romcom is one of a kind. It was insightful in highlighting heartfelt Islamic traditions. I loved how the writers featured Bangladeshi and Nigerian......more


Quotes

"Àbíké-Íyímídé (Where Sleeping Girls Lie) and Jaigirdar (A Million to One) craft a lighthearted rom-com that’s bookended by potent depictions of cultural customs, personal revelations, past hurts, laugh-out-loud moments, and a satisfying romantic conclusion." —Publishers Weekly

"Told from Said’s and Tiwa’s alternating first-person perspectives, the narrative successfully transitions between the co-authors’ equally strongly executed chapters. The engaging writing tackles grief, anti-Black racism within the Muslim community, and the teens’ navigating and reconciling parental expectations with personal dreams. A love story that successfully blends the lighthearted with the serious to demonstrate the power of community." —Kirkus

"A warm hug of a book. FOUR EIDS AND A FUNERAL feels like coming home for the summer. Readers are certain to root for Tiwa, Said, and of course, Laddoo the cat." - Farah Naz Rishi, author of It All Comes Back to You

"Hilarious and heartfelt, this young adult romance about ex-best friends thrown back together to save their local Islamic center---and perhaps their fractured relationship---is a charming collaboration between two of the best Muslim authors in contemporary YA. Àbíké-Íyímídé and Jaigirdar are a dream team!" —Priyanka Taslim, author of The Love Match

Bursting with joy, humour and so much love – for romance, for community, for home and the people who make us – Four Eids and a Funeral is a beautiful and poignant rom-com. I would do anything for Tiwa and Said and their enemies to lovers romance is fraught with tension, complexity and yearning – not to mention a very excellent cat.” —Bea Fitzgerald, author of Girl, Goddess, Queen

“Said and Tiwa’s love story is sweet and uplifting, and their quest to save their community’s Islamic centre will have you cheering! A fresh take on the classic friends-to-enemies-to-lovers romcom.” —Michelle Quach, author of Not Here to Be Liked

“I loved the representation of two Muslims who are at different stages in their faith walk but they both are passionate about fighting for the Islamic Centre and making sure that Muslims are represented in their community. Four Eids and a Funeral is a slow-burn, will-they-won't-they, sweet romance that celebrates faith, community and second chances.” —Abiola Bello, bestselling author of Emily Knight I am


Awards

  • South Asia Book Award - Master List
  • NYPL Best Books of the Year