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A Page Left Blank
Note: The book was temporarily published on an online reading site : Wattpad where it was available for some time. The material is no longer available as the author is approaching conventional publishing houses for official publication in print.
Rufaida is many things. She’s soft-spoken and gentle, talented and confident. Raised in an environment where she had to see her mother grind to meet basic necessities, she has numerous ambitions. Her journal is jotted with plans to fulfill and dreams to conquer. Leafing through the cluttered pages, living life while arduously ticking off goals, what she doesn’t see coming is an empty sheet. A blank page titled Ahmed.
Set in a Muslim household, A Page Left Blank follows the journey of Rufaida and her encounter with the twin siblings. One in whom she finds a friend, and the other who remains a mystery, a man who is to question the terror she’s been harboring within her since childhood - the M-word.
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For a long time, society has played a crucial, often devastating role in shaping the minds of young girls. Especially in the desi culture, marriage is a subject that receives mixed reactions. We’ve heard of cases of trauma and harassment and witnessed the appalling conduct of extremists that brush away such incidents due to the frequency of their occurrence. Beyond the enticing idea of love, is the fear of not having your commitment equally reciprocated. Inspired by this narrative, the book dwells on the themes of faith, friendship, companionship, and wrong judgments that lead to right realizations and epiphanies.
Rufaida is many things. She’s soft-spoken and gentle, talented and confident. Raised in an environment where she had to see her mother grind to meet basic necessities, she has numerous ambitions. Her journal is jotted with plans to fulfill and dreams to conquer. Leafing through the cluttered pages, living life while arduously ticking off goals, what she doesn’t see coming is an empty sheet. A blank page titled Ahmed.
Set in a Muslim household, A Page Left Blank follows the journey of Rufaida and her encounter with the twin siblings. One in whom she finds a friend, and the other who remains a mystery, a man who is to question the terror she’s been harboring within her since childhood - the M-word.
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For a long time, society has played a crucial, often devastating role in shaping the minds of young girls. Especially in the desi culture, marriage is a subject that receives mixed reactions. We’ve heard of cases of trauma and harassment and witnessed the appalling conduct of extremists that brush away such incidents due to the frequency of their occurrence. Beyond the enticing idea of love, is the fear of not having your commitment equally reciprocated. Inspired by this narrative, the book dwells on the themes of faith, friendship, companionship, and wrong judgments that lead to right realizations and epiphanies.
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About the author
Sarah Mehmood
3 books122 followersWriting found Sarah by chance. Buried beneath stacks of academic books, she began penning her thoughts. What began as a simple hobby soon grew into a passionate attempt to make a difference, inspiring readers to fall in love with words and reflection.
Her stories revolve around faith, love, heartbreak, and hope — metaphors woven into effortless narrative, and meaningful concepts balanced with gentle humor. Each book invites readers on a roller coaster of emotions: from tears of joy to quiet sorrow, from anxious butterflies to moments of laughter and relief. Her characters pull you into a dream, only to guide you gently back to reality.
Sarah holds a Master’s degree in Food Science and Nutrition. Of Indian origin, her works are celebrated by young adults for their seamless blend of reality and fiction. Rooted in family values and an old-world charm, her narratives bring timeless ethics into contemporary settings.
Considered a trailblazer in spiritual romance, Sarah writes Muslim love stories that are clean, thoughtful, and deeply grounded in faith. Her work echoes one unwavering belief: when anchored in hope and reliance on Allah, no dream is ever too big.
Her stories revolve around faith, love, heartbreak, and hope — metaphors woven into effortless narrative, and meaningful concepts balanced with gentle humor. Each book invites readers on a roller coaster of emotions: from tears of joy to quiet sorrow, from anxious butterflies to moments of laughter and relief. Her characters pull you into a dream, only to guide you gently back to reality.
Sarah holds a Master’s degree in Food Science and Nutrition. Of Indian origin, her works are celebrated by young adults for their seamless blend of reality and fiction. Rooted in family values and an old-world charm, her narratives bring timeless ethics into contemporary settings.
Considered a trailblazer in spiritual romance, Sarah writes Muslim love stories that are clean, thoughtful, and deeply grounded in faith. Her work echoes one unwavering belief: when anchored in hope and reliance on Allah, no dream is ever too big.
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August 2, 2021
Impactful! Thanks for penning this, Sarah.
June 7, 2022
Honestly, this book has little ACTUAL romance, and in my opinion that is the best kind of book. It gave me such an iman boost and has given me so many lessons and had motivated me to do better. This book has some psychology lessons, if that makes sense and it shows how to deal with these problems in an islamic way. I love this book and I appreciate the writer so much!
January 11, 2026
A book with the best Muslim Representation
May Allah bless the pen with which she writes because I'm always in awe of the way she writes. The way she inspires us and moves us closer to Allah.
This was such a good book with two stories of twin brother and sister. I have no words to describe how this book made me feel except that I wish, I really wish this book reaches a larger audience. Especially young muslim girls.
I wished I had books like these to turn to when I was growing up and going through the same stages of lives as Afreen & Rufaida.
I could relate to both women somehow and my heart was leaping out of my chest to find out the end. (Almost skipped to the last chapter because I was so curious to know how it would end but I remained patient with Ahmed and Rufaida 😉 to see how their story unfolds)
Incredible love the lessons and pearls of wisdom spread across the stories and the poems too.
I admire the comedy timing of all the characters in the book. The sibling bond felt so natural even with cousins and the kids.
As I continued to read, I kept highlighting paragraphs and adding my notes as if I was reading it on Wattpad, the way I had done for all the other works of Sarah.
Sarah if you're reading this, you admire me to become a writer like you. I can only hope I can carry the message you share in your books with such eloquence as yours. 🥹❤️
PLEASE CONTINUE TO WRITE MOREEE ❤️❤️
May Allah bless the pen with which she writes because I'm always in awe of the way she writes. The way she inspires us and moves us closer to Allah.
This was such a good book with two stories of twin brother and sister. I have no words to describe how this book made me feel except that I wish, I really wish this book reaches a larger audience. Especially young muslim girls.
I wished I had books like these to turn to when I was growing up and going through the same stages of lives as Afreen & Rufaida.
I could relate to both women somehow and my heart was leaping out of my chest to find out the end. (Almost skipped to the last chapter because I was so curious to know how it would end but I remained patient with Ahmed and Rufaida 😉 to see how their story unfolds)
Incredible love the lessons and pearls of wisdom spread across the stories and the poems too.
I admire the comedy timing of all the characters in the book. The sibling bond felt so natural even with cousins and the kids.
As I continued to read, I kept highlighting paragraphs and adding my notes as if I was reading it on Wattpad, the way I had done for all the other works of Sarah.
Sarah if you're reading this, you admire me to become a writer like you. I can only hope I can carry the message you share in your books with such eloquence as yours. 🥹❤️
PLEASE CONTINUE TO WRITE MOREEE ❤️❤️
January 1, 2026
Rarely does one encounter a book so beautiful and deeply impactful. Within these pages, I found comfort and wisdom...each chapter a warm hug.Thank you Sarah Mehmood for creating such a heartfelt masterpiece!
To anyone considering this book: savour every line;how I wish I could read it again for the first time.
To anyone considering this book: savour every line;how I wish I could read it again for the first time.
September 22, 2025
I finished this last year and, ms sarah mehmood does it again! another amazing book by her that i couldn't put down. i love the growth of their characters and also the cameo! i love how all her books relate to the values of islam. so so beautiful! Allahumma barik
January 12, 2022
This book felt like home 🥺. I've been happy crying since the last ten minutes because of HOW BEAUTIFUL LIFE IS 😭😭😭
March 12, 2023
This book has my heart ❤️
It was simply so beautiful in every sense and taught me so many valuable lessons to learn. May Allah bless you abundantly and reward you for your efforts ✨
It was simply so beautiful in every sense and taught me so many valuable lessons to learn. May Allah bless you abundantly and reward you for your efforts ✨
April 27, 2024
Rufaydah my love. This books is phenomenal and the best.
May 11, 2024
Loved this book so so much !! Sarah has such a gift Mashaa Allah
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