She Wore Red Trainers: A Muslim Love Story

The story follows Ali, who is grappling with the loss of his mother and a recent move to London with his family, as he turns to Islam for comfort. He meets Amirah, a headstrong young woman who is also facing family difficulties—her mother’s depression and the abandonment by her stepfather. The two are drawn to each other, but their blossoming relationship must be considered “halal” (permissible) within their community’s traditions, complicating their feelings and choices.