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This was such a great story, and I absolutely love the intentions of the author. She's written this book to bring awareness of those with HIV/AIDS, mainly the kids and how they are treated in society. Although this is a fictional story, EIlis traveled to Malawi and Zambia and talked to the AIDS orphans there and shares how they is no such thing as "other people's children", the worlds children are also our responsibility.
This is about three children who have lost their mother and soon lose their ...more
This is about three children who have lost their mother and soon lose their ...more

Another important book by Deborah Ellis. Tells the stories of a young girls struggle growing up in Malawi, where AIDS is affecting everybody's lives in one way or another. I would definitely recommend this book!
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