NO HONOUR by Awais Khan

In No Honour by Awais Khan, readers delve into a poignant tale of defiance and love set in literary fiction. This literary fiction novel captures the indomitable spirit of one young woman s fight against oppressive traditions.

The story follows sixteen-year-old Abida, a young woman from a small Pakistani village where traditional rules govern life and family honour is paramount. Defying these conventions, Abida yearns to build a future with the man she loves.

When her choices lead to the unthinkable, Abida faces the grim fate of public death, a common punishment for those who challenge societal norms. With the support of her devoted father, Jamil, who risks his own life to help her, Abida escapes to Lahore, only to find herself in a city where their village prejudices manifest in even more terrifying ways. Awais Khan skillfully contrasts the stark poverty and religious fervour of rural Pakistan with the dangerous streets of Lahore, weaving a tale of courage and resilience. In No Honour, Awais Khan offers a moving narrative about family, love, and the relentless quest for change when all seems lost.