Description
An extraordinarily beautiful novel-in-verse, this important debut weaves a dramatic immigrant story together with Pilipino mythology to create something wholly new. Stella and Luna know that their mama, Elsie, came from the Philippines when she was a child, but they don't know much else. So one night they ask her to tell them her story. As they get ready for bed, their mama spins two tales: that of her youth as a strong-willed middle child and immigrant; and that of the young life of Mayari, the mythical daughter of a god. Both are tales of sisterhood and motherhood, and of the difficult experience of trying to fit into a new culture, and having to fight for a home and acceptance. Glorious and layered, this is a portrait of family and strength for the ages.
Title Details
Author: |
Hiponia, Cookie |
Publisher: |
Rocky Pond Books |
Language: |
English |
Copyright: |
2021 |
Number of Pages: |
208 |
Dewey: |
FIC |
Dewey Range: |
FIC |
Binding Type: |
Hardcover |
Lexile Level: |
830 |
Lexile Range: |
Confident Reader (800 - 999) |