Official Review: SandPeople by Cheryl Kerr
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Re: Official Review: SandPeople by Cheryl Kerr
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She encounters a mystery, a ghost, and new friends along the way.@Cheryl Erickson, I just read your comments on the official review of "SandPeople" and I found the book to be sad due to the separation of the parents for the summer and Lea's going from Virginia to Texas to stay with her aunt that she hardly knows for the summer. Lea is a 12-year-old middle schooler and it had to be tough to leave her best friend behind and worry about her parents and her brother. Definitely a coming-of-age story that was very well-written and a good read for teens and adults.
often leading to long-term challenges. Lea managed to navigate her parents' choices despite the difficulties, showcasing resilience. This exceptional tale intertwines a coming-of-age narrative with historical elements. Congratulations on being selected as #BOTD!
I completely agree with your assessment! The review beautifully captures the essence of the book, highlighting its relatable characters and the seamless blend of mystery and coming-of-age elements. I'm intrigued to witness Lea's journey firsthand.
The review's focus on Lea's growth and adaptation is compelling. It's refreshing to see a story where the protagonist's evolution takes center stage, offering young readers a relatable narrative about navigating change. I'm eager to delve into the emotional depth portrayed in the book.
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The surprise Lea encounters when she realises that her friend knew before she did about her parents getting a divorce devastated her completely.She cried out explaining it is unfair she should have known first. Im this case I fully agree.
Divorce doesnt only divide a marriage it divides the entire home, siblings the bedding even walls feel different. The academic brother to my surprise has little to say. You would swear he was aware this was coming. Again men cant really handle emotions now can they.
Shaving off her hair was a great sign of rebellion but the she explains that her" old life is gone now". I wish life was that easy. The blue eyes dad had this to say " I liked it,it looks cool and easy to take care of.Besudes, thats how Lea wants to wear it, shes done it, no use fussing now". There really was no use. The divorce had done most of the punishing.
For a teenager's book find the tone of the book really sombre. I know we prepare children for things they are not ready for but I was lost throughout. It was hard to finish. Good context . Lack of energy and enthusiast and thats why I am giving it a 1 out 5. The tone is the book itself. It leaves us ready to read more but thats not how I felt after this one.
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