This is an amazing book meant for kids 10-14. Narrated by Katie Takeshima, the daughter of Japanese parents who immigrate to the Deep South of Georgia, this book is for much more than young adults. Katie's world revolves around her older sister Lynn who falls seriously ill. It falls to Katie to be strong and hold her family together through family crises and poverty.
I read "Kira-kira" in less than a day; it's not only a quick read, but one I couldn't put down. Kadohata received a Newberry for this work...well deserved!
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