A Dutiful Boy

A moving and courageous memoir of identity, faith, and finding your place in the world - full of heart, honesty and hope.

Type: Memoir (non-fiction)
Themes: Identity, family, sexuality, cultural conflict
Tone: Honest, powerful, compassionate

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About the book

Growing up in a devout Shia Muslim household in East London, Mohsin Zaidi knew he was different — but also that being gay was considered unacceptable. As he came of age, he struggled to reconcile his sexuality with his faith, family expectations, and his own sense of duty.

A Dutiful Boy is a deeply personal story of self-discovery, resilience, and breaking free from societal constraints. Zaidi takes us through his experience navigating school, university at Oxford, and eventually becoming a barrister — all while hiding a vital part of who he was.

Raw, vulnerable and ultimately hopeful, this memoir sheds light on the power of acceptance, the complexity of cultural identity, and the courage it takes to live your truth.

About the author

Mohsin Zaidi is an author, barrister and commentator on issues of diversity and mental health. His writing has appeared in The Guardian, The New York Times and CNN, and he was the first person from his school to attend Oxford University. A Dutiful Boy is his debut memoir, widely praised for its honesty, warmth, and insight.