A review by awaywithforestfae
Maria's Island by Victoria Hislop

emotional hopeful sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.25

A sweet children's book, with a grandmother telling the story of her childhood in Crete and her time with Leprosy. Very emotional, but I think it did a good job to convey the events and stigma in a child friendly way! Absolutely beautiful illustrations, too! 
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