msnicolelee 's review for:

Pax by Sara Pennypacker

5.0

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I began this book not expecting much more than a narrative about a boy and his pet fox, but this story is about so much more. Pax is about the many ways that war can damage families, the toll war can take on our environments and wildlife, knowing ourselves, loss, and ultimately learning what love means. Filled with touching emotion, heart-wrenching and beautiful moments, this is a book that will appeal to middle-grade readers as well as adults. Sensitive readers should be prepared for some graphic depictions of injuries and intense scenes. Highly recommended.