A review by kta
The Stray and the Strangers by Steven Heighton

3.0

Heighton gives an interesting take on the refugee story, all told from the perspective of the dog Kanella. I think for an elementary reader it makes the sadness and difficulty of the refugees plight more approachable. However, I think the point of the story is easily lost if the young reader doesn't read the afterword or receive additional information from a parent/teacher. Young readers will enjoy Kanella's story and her imagined happy ending. All in all, I think it is worth a read.

I received a complimentary copy of this book through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.