This study examines how Sahar Mustafah's book The Beauty of Your Face (2020) examines the intersectional aspects of Arab American identity. The novel traces the life of the Palestinian Arab American woman, Afaf Rahman who is a school principal. She negotiates the intricacies of gendered, religious, and cultural identities in America after 9/11. The analysis uses an intersectional lens to look at how Afaf's experiences as a woman, a Muslim, and an immigrant combine to influence how she sees herself and how she interacts with society at large. The book explores racial prejudice, misogyny, and Islamophobia, bringing to light the many difficulties Arab American women experience. Additionally, it shows the protagonist's autonomy and tenacity as she challenges social prejudices while upholding her cultural background and beliefs. The study provides a comprehensive perspective of Arab American experiences by highlighting the ways in which multiple identities interact within oppressive and power structures through the use of an intersectional framework. In addition to bringing attention to the hardships faced by underprivileged groups, Mustafah's book advances the conversation about identity, belonging, and the power of narrative to dispel prejudices. The purpose of this study is to enhance understanding of intersectionality in Arab American writing today.
