Burg, Anne E. Serafina's
Promise, 299 pgs. Scholastic Press, 2013. $16.99. Content: Language: G (0
swears); Mature Content: PG; Violence: PG.
An engaging novel
about a girl growing up in war-torn Haiti, a country whose citizens are worn
down by poverty and natural disasters. Serafina and her family are challenged
to stay alive and united despite hunger, sickness, flooding and an earthquake.
Serafina dreams of becoming a doctor, yet battles the guilt of knowing that
every extra bit of family income is going to pay for her school uniforms rather
than keeping other family members fed and healthy. The book is written in
poetry stanzas, yet is very easy and enjoyable reading.
EL, MS - ADVISABLE. Reviewer: Katherine S., Utah Educator.
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