About this book
As the partition of India nears in 1947, bringing violence even to Jalandhar, Tariq, a Muslim, finds himself caught between his forbidden interest in Anupreet, a Sikh girl, and Margaret, a British girl whose affection for him might help with his dream of studying at Oxford.
Censorship history
In 2025, "A Moment Comes" by Jennifer Bradbury was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States, primarily due to concerns over its portrayal of interfaith relationships and historical events surrounding the partition of India. The ban was initiated following complaints from parents and local advocacy groups, leading to school board votes that upheld the decision in multiple instances. The specific reasons cited for the ban included objections to the book's themes and content, which some deemed inappropriate for school settings. As of now, the ban remains contested in various districts, with ongoing discussions about its educational value and historical context.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | PoliticalViolenceRacial |
