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Animal Media Group LLC (2018), 56 pages
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Based on a true story of Gina, a wire haired terrier, whose family snuck her out of Siberia and into the USA at the conclusion of the Cold War, this beautiful and thrilling tale follows Gina as her family travels by bus, train, car, plane and minivan. Upon arrival at her new home, 5,681 miles away from her old home, Gina is not happy and lets everyone around her know it. But slowly, she comes to accept her new surroundings with the help of her new friend Victor, a large boxer. Talkingabout her friends and family back home in Siberia heals the emotional wounds, making Gina believe that just maybe her new home isn't so bad after all.
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LibraryThing member Carlathelibrarian
This story is based on the true story of the Backer family who moved tho the US in 1978. This story is told from the viewpoint of their dog Gina. Moving to a new country is hard for everyone. Gina is sad until she finally makes a friend that shows her what is good about living in New York. Very
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detailed illustrations add to the story. Would be a good book when discussing immigration or moving somewhere new. There is some filler such as lists of food and names of relatives, but overall it is a cute read. I would recommend this book for ages 7 and up. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book via Netgalley. Show Less
LibraryThing member LilyRoseShadowlyn
This is a really sweet book about moving to a new country and starting over. The illustrations really capture the feel of the story. Just because something is new and different, doesn't mean it can't end up good.
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1947895001 / 9781947895003