The Spark Within: Shahada

By HY Elnour

Twelve-year-old Tarek feels like an outsider in both his Brooklyn neighborhood and his own skin. At school, his faith makes him a target for whispers and taunts. At home, he clings to the warmth of his family's traditions but struggles with doubts that grow louder each day.

Then, everything changes. A storm brews outside, and with it, a shocking discovery-Tarek can control electricity. Sparks crackle at his fingertips, lights flicker at his command, yet his newfound ability only deepens his questions. Is this a gift or a curse? A blessing from Allah, or something that will push him further into uncertainty?

As his powers grow, so do the challenges. The teasing at school intensifies, his faith wavers, and the weight of his secret grows unbearable. But when an unexpected mentor helps him see his abilities-and his faith-in a new light, Tarek must decide how to wield his power, both inside and out.

A moving tale of self-discovery, faith, and finding strength in the things that set us apart, The Spark Within is a heartfelt journey of one boy learning to embrace his identity-and the power that lies within it.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F7G6ZF1H
• ISBN13: 9798282229707
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"