Rani Patel in Full Effect is a young adult, historical fiction novel by Sonia Patel, published October 11, 2016 by Cinco Puntos Press.
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| Author | Sonia Patel |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Genre | Young adult literature, Historical fiction |
| Publisher | Cinco Puntos Press |
Publication date | October 11, 2016 |
| Media type | Print (hardcover, paperback) |
| ISBN | 978-1-94-102649-6 |
Plot
editRani Patel in Full Effect takes place in 1991 on the Hawaiian island of Moloka’i. The novel follows Rani Patel, a Gujarati Indian teenager whose father has sexually abused her. Rani has kept the abuse a secret and at age 16, struggles with her identity and sexuality. After performing for an underground rap group, she begins to find herself as MC Sutra and becomes the island's first woman rapper. Meanwhile, Rani reveals her secret and begins to heal from her father's abuse.
Reception
editRani Patel in Full Effect was generally well-received by critics, including starred reviews from Booklist,[1] Kirkus Reviews,[2] Publishers Weekly,[3] and School Library Journal.[4]
Reviewers highlighted Rani's personality, saying it, too, was in “in full effect.” Booklist said, "Rani’s voice ... will resonate with many, even those with little to no familiarity with Rani’s background."[1] Kirkus added, "A powerfully particular, 100 percent genuine character commands this gutsy debut."[2]
Reviewers also noted that Rani's recovery is "unrealistically speedy and conclusive," which Patel, who is a psychiatrist, acknowledges in a concluding note.[1] Despite this, Patel hopes the story "can stand as a model for victims."[2] Given this, Publishers Weekly noted, "Patel compassionately portrays Rani’s entangled emotions, lack of self-confidence, and burgeoning sense of empowerment as she moves forward from trauma."[3]
Awards and honors
editRani Patel in Full Effect was included in many "best of" and "must read" lists, including the following:
- BookExpo America Editor's Buzz Selection of 2016[5]
- Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Books of 2016[6]
- New York Public Library 50 Best Teen Books of 2016[7]
- BookPage Top 10 Best Teen Book of 2016[8]
- Multnomah County Library Best Books of 2016[9]
- Volumes Bookcafe Staff's Best 20 of 2016[10]
- Bustle's 15 Essential Novels Of The #MeToo Movement[11]
- Texas Library Association Top 10 Teen Books of 2017[12]
| Year | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Booklist's Best First Novels for Youth: 2016 | Top 10 | [13] |
| 2017 | American Library Association's Amelia Bloomer List (2017) | Selection | [14][15] |
| ALA Best Fiction for Young Adults | Selection | [16] | |
| Booklist's Best Historical Fiction for Youth | Top 10 | [17] | |
| William C. Morris YA Debut Award | Finalist | [18][19] | |
| YALSA's Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults | Top 10 | [20] |
References
edit- ^ a b c Hunter, Sarah (September 1, 2016). "Rani Patel in Full Effect". Booklist. Retrieved 2021-10-15.
- ^ a b c "Rani Patel in Full Effect". Kirkus Review. July 2, 2016. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ a b "Children's Book Review: Rani Patel in Full Effect by Sonia Patel. Cinco Puntos (Consortium, dist.), $11.95 trade paper (224p) ISBN 978-1-941026-50-2". Publishers Weekly. 2016-08-01. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ McLeod, Marian. "Rani Patel in Full Effect". School Library Journal. Retrieved 2022-08-11.
- ^ Rosen, Judith (March 2, 2016). "BEA Unveils Books for 2016 Buzz Panels". Publishers Weekly. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ "Best Historical Teen Books of 2016". Kirkus Reviews. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ "New York Public Library Reveals its List of Best Books for Kids and Teens Just in Time for The Holidays". The New York Public Library. November 23, 2016. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ "Rani Patel in Full Effect". IndieBound. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ "MCL's Best Books of 2016". Multnomah County Library. Retrieved 2021-10-26.
- ^ "20 Best". Volumes Bookcafe. Retrieved 2021-10-26.
- ^ Colyard, K.W. (September 27, 2019). "15 Essential Novels Of The #MeToo Movement". Bustle. Retrieved 2021-10-26.
- ^ "TAYSHAS 2017 List" (PDF). Texas Library Association. Retrieved 2021-10-26.
- ^ Smith, Julia (2016-03-15). "Top 10 First Novels for Youth: 2016". Booklist. Retrieved 2022-08-11.
- ^ "Rani Patel in Full Effect | Awards & Grants". American Library Association. October 16, 2017. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ "2017 Amelia Bloomer List". American Library Association. 2017-01-25. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ "Best Fiction for Young Adults: 2017". Booklist. 2017-03-01. Retrieved 2022-08-11.
- ^ Smith, Julia (2017-04-15). "Top 10 Historical Fiction for Youth: 2017". Booklist. Retrieved 2022-08-11.
- ^ "Morris Award Finalists: 2017". Booklist. 2017-01-23. Retrieved 2022-08-11.
- ^ "Rani Patel in Full Effect | Awards & Grants". American Library Association. January 24, 2017. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ "2017 Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults Top Ten". Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA). 2017-01-18. Retrieved 2021-10-25.