“This is a groundbreaking book and its subject matter long overdue for discussion. It brings the story of the Muslims of Britain up-to-date. Only when we know what goes on behind closed doors and in the hearts of the young can we hope to understand the community. The authors have gathered the material with wisdom, sincerity, and scholarship. It is a must-read for Muslims and non-Muslims alike.”

Akbar Ahmed, American University, USA

'Storying Relationships is an excellent response to the pigeonholing of diasporic Muslims as flat, restricted characters-the exploitative or oppressive man and the subjugated woman with no choice and agency. The authors of this groundbreaking study not only counter that assumption by showing a range of Muslim lifestyles, sexualities and subjectivities-straight, gay, bisexual, bi-curious-giving them a platform, but also capture the humor in their stories of self-discovery, from matchmaking disasters to halal dating anxieties. The diverse perspectives offer heart-warming experiences as young adult Muslims break their silence about taboos, and brazenly embrace new possibilities while holding on to cherished traditions.'

Esra Mirze Santesso, University of Georgia, USA

This illuminating volume sparkles with the fictional words and real voices of young British Muslims talking and writing about love, religion, relationships and the realities of married life and in doing so, 'speak to stereotypes' about tradition and taboo topics with a degree of frankness that may surprise many people.

Sadek Hamid is editor of "Young British Muslims: Between Rhetoric and Realities" and co-author of "British Muslims: New Directions in Islamic Thought, Creativity and Activism"