"I was never meant to know the truth. But the walls of the orphanage could only keep so many secrets."
Fourteen-year-old Arpita has lost everything-her parents, her home, and the world she once knew. Sent to the Bangladesh Female Academy, a boarding school for orphaned girls, she struggles to fit in while grief silently consumes her. But when a mysterious girl appears in the shadows of the school and whispers of betrayal begin to stir, Arpita begins to unravel a truth far more heartbreaking than she ever imagined: her father may not be dead.
Set in the heart of Bangladesh and inspired by real organizations that fight for girls' education, Unfaltering Heights is a moving story of love, loss, identity, and the unbreakable will to rise. As Arpita searches for answers, she discovers friendship in unlikely places, and the strength to believe in her own future-even when the world has given up on her.
Perfect for readers who love emotionally powerful stories like The Hate U Give, Sold, or Inside Out & Back Again.
The Bangladesh Female Academy (BFA) is an actual nonprofit school-founded by Jamil Chowdhury in 2002-dedicated to providing education and opportunities for female orphans in Bangladesh. While this novel is fictional, it represents the struggles and resilience of countless girls who fight for a future beyond societal expectations. Through Arpita's journey, the book sheds light on the challenges faced by orphaned girls while celebrating their strength and determination.
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Teen & Young Adult