A review by justsokristin
El Niño by Pam Muñoz Ryan

adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

This book is a love letter to northern San Diego County. I loved all the references to places I’d visited in my childhood and delving into the story of how Kai figured out how to deal with his grief. It’s a beautiful story that can help kids navigate a tough subject and tough feelings.