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Reading age
8-12
Genre
Realistic fiction
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Publication date
September 10, 2024
Ruth enjoys her life in Canada; she has many friends and doesn’t want to leave. But she has to move to Hong Kong, away from all her friends and closer to a family she has never known. Ruth must make a new life for herself and embrace her heritage. She feels a mix of emotions as she prepares for this significant change.
While reading this book, I found it to be highly relatable. As a young person who once had to relocate, I empathized with the feelings of leaving behind familiar surroundings and friends.
Ruth, the main character, was portrayed as someone who tended to procrastinate, adding an interesting dimension to her personality. Her previous friends were depicted as genuinely sweet individuals, and her new friends were equally delightful.
The illustrations of the city backdrops were exceptionally well done, enhancing the overall reading experience.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who appreciates a heartwarming narrative centered around relocation.
My rating
