A review by jasbeingjas
The Moon from Dehradun: A Story of Partition by Shirin Shamsi

emotional hopeful informative medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

This is a beautiful book, both heartbreaking and hopeful as it provides an opportunity to share with children the more tragic parts of history.  While being sad, it also provides an opportunity to connect and consider the ways many of us are affected by the same events.