Faiza Is a Fighter - by Debasmita Dasgupta (Paperback)

About the Book

Faiza wants to win the biggest boxing tournament in town. When the odds are stacked against her, will she be able to achieve her dream without the presence of her biggest supporter? Life in hilly northern India is not easy. Every day, Faiza has to scale the mountains to reach her school or to fetch water from the stream. Faiza doesn't have many friends or relatives who believe in her, but her dream of being a world champion boxer and the support of her only parent, her dad, and her grandma keeps her going. When her dad's travel is delayed due to a landslide, she has to enter the boxing tournament without her coach and support system. Will she give up or forge out on her own? Sometimes your biggest cheerleader is the voice inside of you. Fight, Faiza, fight!

Book Synopsis

Faiza wants to win the biggest boxing tournament in town. When the odds are stacked against her, will she be able to achieve her dream without the presence of her biggest supporter?

Life in hilly northern India is not easy. Every day, Faiza has to scale the mountains to reach her school or to fetch water from the stream. Faiza doesn't have many friends or relatives who believe in her, but her dream of being a world champion boxer and the support of her only parent, her dad, and her grandma keeps her going.

When her dad's travel is delayed due to a landslide, she has to enter the boxing tournament without her coach and support system. Will she give up or forge out on her own? Sometimes your biggest cheerleader is the voice inside of you. Fight, Faiza, fight!

Review Quotes

"Dasgupta's warm, expressive artwork incorporates landscapes and textile patterns to give the story cultural specificity, and the motivational story of a girl's drive to succeed in the face of obstacles will resonate widely."--Booklist

-- (3/12/2025 12:00:00 AM)

"With themes of resilience and familial love, as well as eye-catching artwork, this book will be embraced by readers seeking an uplifting story and a visually stunning reading experience."--School Library Journal

-- (3/13/2025 12:00:00 AM)