Membina Istana Di Angkasa

The young adult novel "Membina Istana Di Angkasa" by Noridah Kamari is a notable work that was shortlisted for the Singapore Literature Prize 2024. The story follows Zilla, a student at Angkasa Junior College who frequently boasts about her family's wealth and her brother's success abroad. However, beneath her cheerful persona, Zilla hides dark secrets about a reality that is far from the perfect life she portrays.

This Unggun Creative publication explores themes of self-worth, honesty, and social pressure among teenagers. Readers are drawn into Zilla’s internal conflict as her true life is revealed, threatening her friendships with Azlina and Laila. The narrative challenges perceptions regarding the gap between social image and the actual truth.

The book is ideal for young adult readers and literary fans who enjoy stories centered on psychology and family dynamics. It offers a profound look at the consequences of building one's identity upon a foundation of falsehoods.