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A review by kstep1805
Serafina's Promise by Ann E. Burg
5.0
Besides Shakespeare, I've never really read a book in verse and was delighted with the writing. I had expected rhyming, especially considering this is a middle grade novel but it was merely lyrical, making it an easy read. The words flowed beautifully painting this fantastic portrait of both Serafina and life in Haiti.
I think this book was probably more intense for me as a mother than it would be for a middle grader who wouldn't have worries of keeping babies and children safe in the world. I was impressed at the depth of feelings that she evoked and her ability to capture the emotions of infant loss. This book may be geared toward middle graders but can be enjoyed by kids of all ages.
I think this book was probably more intense for me as a mother than it would be for a middle grader who wouldn't have worries of keeping babies and children safe in the world. I was impressed at the depth of feelings that she evoked and her ability to capture the emotions of infant loss. This book may be geared toward middle graders but can be enjoyed by kids of all ages.