We Belong by Cookie Hiponia

We Belong by Cookie Hiponia

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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