We Belong by Cookie Hiponia

OVERVIEW

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.

PRODUCT INFO

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Rocky Pond Books (March 30, 2021)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0593112202
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0593112205
• Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 - 13 years
• Grade level ‏ : ‎ 5 - 6
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.6 ounces
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.38 x 0.79 x 7.38 inches