University of Wisconsin–Madison

American Betiya

Book cover for American Betiya by Anuradha D. Rajurkar

American Betiya by Anuradha D. Rajurkar (Knopf Books for Young Readers, 2021). In this gripping coming of age story, Indian-American teenager, Rani, must decide whether to be drawn into a dysfunctional relationship with her first love, Oliver, or stay true to who she is and where she comes from. (Grades 10-12)


Award Status: Honorable Mention

Award Year: 2022

Author: Anuradha D. Rajurkar

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