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by Thanhhà Lại (Goodreads Author)

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Is it a chapter book?

GuitarGirl Yes, and it is also in verse which makes it that much better!!

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Is the book really sad?

Paul The book is about how a family survives after losing everything to a war: a father and husband, a home, a chick, and an identity. So yes, there is sad…moreThe book is about how a family survives after losing everything to a war: a father and husband, a home, a chick, and an identity. So yes, there is sadness. And joy. And hope. (less)

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Is there a sequel to this book?

Eliana Peach There is now!! 'when clouds touch us'…moreThere is now!! 'when clouds touch us'(less)

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Why is this book made from poems?

Julier Poetry is a way to say a lot with fewer words. The book would have been way longer with detailed chapters. Even though I'm not into poetry, this simpl…morePoetry is a way to say a lot with fewer words. The book would have been way longer with detailed chapters. Even though I'm not into poetry, this simple story worked for me.
If you read it aloud, I think you'd understand.
The first book I read written in poetry was OUT OF THE DUST by Karen Hesse. I was astonished how powerful her spare poetry was!(less)

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were is there prejudice in this book?

Suzieq Yes, directed at the family by others in their new neighborhood when they first arrive in Alabama and at the young author at school by the other child…moreYes, directed at the family by others in their new neighborhood when they first arrive in Alabama and at the young author at school by the other children who do not understand . But there is also much kindness shown to the family: most notably the sponsor who helped them get to America and the young girl.s teacher and the neighbor who helps teach her English. (less)

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