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Half a World Away

by Cynthia Kadohata   |  Ages 10+
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Half a World Away
Half a World Away

Adoption journey, family bonds, emotional discovery.

If you've ever wondered about the complexities of family and identity, "Half a World Away" might resonate with you. It's a heartfelt dive into the life of an adopted child grappling with the meaning of connection and belonging. Cynthia Kadohata captures the nuanced emotions of adoption from a child's perspective, and if this speaks to you, this book could be a memorable read.

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Half a World Away

by Cynthia Kadohata   |  Ages 10+
₱440.55
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ISBN: 9781442412767
Authors: Cynthia Kadohata
Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Date of Publication: 2015-09-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Young Readers, Chapter Books
Related Topics: Adventure, Realistic Fiction
Goodreads rating: 3.82
(rated by 2078 readers)

Description

What an honest, beautiful, and moving book about the transformative power of love. Eleven-year-old Jaden is adopted, and he knows he's an "epic fail." That's why his family is traveling to Kazakhstan to adopt a new baby--to replace him, he's sure. And he gets it. He is incapable of stopping his stealing, hoarding, lighting fires, aggressive running, and obsession with electricity. He knows his parents love him, but he feels...nothing. When they get to Kazakhstan, it turns out the infant they've traveled for has already been adopted, and literally within minutes are faced with having to choose from six other babies. While his parents agonize, Jaden is more interested in the toddlers. One, a little guy named Dimash, spies Jaden and barrels over to him every time he sees him. Jaden finds himself increasingly intrigued by and worried about Dimash. Already three years old and barely able to speak, Dimash will soon age out of the orphanage, and then his life will be as hopeless as Jaden feels now. For the first time in his life, Jaden actually feels something that isn't pure blinding fury, and there's no way to control it, or its power. From camels rooting through garbage like raccoons, to eagles being trained like hunting dogs, to streets that are more pothole than pavement, the vivid depictions in Half a World Away create "an inspiring story
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Adoption journey, family bonds, emotional discovery.

If you've ever wondered about the complexities of family and identity, "Half a World Away" might resonate with you. It's a heartfelt dive into the life of an adopted child grappling with the meaning of connection and belonging. Cynthia Kadohata captures the nuanced emotions of adoption from a child's perspective, and if this speaks to you, this book could be a memorable read.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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