We Have Always Been Here: A Queer Muslim Memoir

Samra Habib started life with no ability to affect the course of her future. As a Muslim woman, she was expected to marry a person of her parents\’ choosing; at 14, she refused that marriage because her husband said he could see times when beating her would be appropriate. The family practiced the Ahmadi variation of Islam, which emphasizes non-violence, and her parents agreed to her refusal. She had amazing courage, even at such an early age. From there, Samra found her winding way to who she was meant to be. Despite the anti-LGBTQ stance of her culture, she not only claimed her selfhood and found her way back to the religion she loves, she helped and still helps other LGBTQ Muslims do the same. We Have Always Been Here is a compelling page-turner. I am grateful to Samra Habib for writing it. Peggy Hendry

I appreciated the candor and perspective given. So many thought provoking passages. A testament to how communication and self care can stabilize a person.

Read this book for a zoom book club and it\’s such a great story. If you want to diversify your reading list start here. This author handled this subject with care.

A definite quick read for anyone wanting to understand and expand their understanding of different cultures and religions. Simply written, it leaves its mark on you

I really loved how honest and authentic this book felt.

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