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Wishes by Mượn Thị Văn

heyitsandreaw's review

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4.0

Beautiful.

hellishnoise's review

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5.0

utterly beautiful

epatrickmaddox's review

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challenging emotional reflective fast-paced

4.5

tnguyening's review

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5.0

Story and illustrations 😍 😍 😍 

kidlitlove's review

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5.0

Such a beautiful book. I can imagine that conversations with students would be beyond rich.

lucyslibraryreviews's review

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emotional informative inspiring reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

This is a wonderfully told tale that honors the journey of the refugee. From waking up in the middle of the night to waiting in an over packed boat for a larger boat that will take them to a better land. Everyone wishes they could make the journey, the night wishes, the sun wishes, the path wishes it could be easier for the girl & her family.

happylilkt's review

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4.0

Gorgeous illustrations! This book is best for older kids, children who are familiar with refugees, or with an adult providing a lot of context. It would be a great companion book to Stormy Seas or When Stars are Scattered.

sheiltheshell's review

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5.0

Genuinely depressing but slay read aloud book

bibliobrandie's review

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4.0

Beautiful picture book about immigration and family. I loved the author's note.

idgey's review

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emotional hopeful inspiring reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0