Library's review
During China’s Cultural Revolution, Sunflower is sent with her father to the countryside. When her father dies, Sunflower goes to live with Bronze’s impoverished village family. A universal tale of friendship and endurance. Includes Historical Note, Author’s Note.
Genres
Publication
Candlewick (2017), 400 pages
Description
Taken in by a poor family in a rural village after the death of her father, Sunflower bonds with the family's only child, Bronze, who has not spoken since being traumatized by a terrible fire.
Awards
Kirkus Prize (Finalist — Young Readers' Literature — 2017)
USBBY Outstanding International Book (Grades 3-5 — 2018)
Freeman Award (Winner — 2017)
Global Literature in Libraries Initiative Translated YA Book Prize (Shortlist — 2019)
CCBC Choices (2018)
Notable Children's Book (2018)
Penn GSE's Best Books for Young Readers (Special Mention — Middle Grade — 2017)
Evanston Public Library 101 Great Books for Kids (Middle Grade Fiction — 2017)
Language
Original language
English
ISBN
0763688169 / 9780763688165
DDC/MDS
| 895.136 |
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