*A story I didn't know much about, but when I received a copy from the publisher I thought I would give it a try. Boy, was I in for a surprise.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*The story begins when sisters Samantha and Caitlin are sent to live with their aunt and her wife.
*The story begins when sisters Samantha and Caitlin are sent to live with their aunt and her wife.
*They have been taken from their parents after an "incident" forces child services to intervene.
*All Samatha wants is to return home and be reunited with her parents. She wishes she hadn't "talked".
*Her older sister Caitlin seems fine with their new living situation.
*When Sam is given a new game, she uses the game and its characters to help her return to the life she believes she wants.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*The writing was beautiful and exquisite.
*My heart hurt for Sam and how desperately she wanted to go back home and protect her parents.
*The realization that children will do almost anything to be with their mom and dad, hit me hard while reading the story.
*As a reader, I thought the combination of reality and magical realism were intertwined.
*I felt so many emotions while reading. Not an easy topic, but a necessary one.
Who Should Read It:
*Because of the subject matter and slower writing style, I would say the novel would be best suited for readers in grades five and six. Middle-school readers would also ideal for the story. I know adults would also find the novel powerful, real, and emotional. Happy Reading!
*Because of the subject matter and slower writing style, I would say the novel would be best suited for readers in grades five and six. Middle-school readers would also ideal for the story. I know adults would also find the novel powerful, real, and emotional. Happy Reading!
Rating: 4 STARS out of 5 Stars
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