Jivan is a Muslim girl from the slums, determined to move up in life, who is accused of executing a terrorist attack on a train because of a careless comment she posted on Facebook. PT Sir is an opportunistic gym teacher who hitches his aspirations to a right-wing political party and finds that his own ascent depends on Jivan's fall. Lovely - an irresistible outcast has the alibi that can set Jivan free, but it will cost her everything she holds dear. A New York Times bestseller and longlisted for the National Book Award 2020.