Description: Seventeen-year-old Muay Thai fighter Kareena Thakkar's world is turned upside down when she learns she's landed an invitation to the US Open, which could lead to a spot on the first-ever Muay Thai Olympics team. But to make it there, she has to come clean about being a Muay Thai fighter and own her destiny.
Brief description: Sajni Patel was born in vibrant India and raised in the heart of Texas, surrounded by a lot of delicious food and plenty of diversity. She draws on personal experiences, cultural expectations, and southern flair to create worlds that center around strong Indian women. Once in MMA, she's now all about puppies and rainbows and tortured love stories.
Review Quotes: "The beauty and power of being a high-school girl, an Indian woman, and a female athlete are all showcased in this triumphant novel."--Booklist, starred review