Description

A young Vietnamese girl narrates her family’s courageous journey as they leave everything familiar behind, carrying only what they can and stepping into an uncertain new world. Through sparse, lyrical storytelling and luminous illustrations, the book captures the emotional weight of immigration—fear and hope, loss and love—while honoring the small moments that help a family endure. At its heart, this tender tale explores what “home” means, how kindness and bravery can grow in difficult circumstances, and how a child’s perspective can reveal resilience in the face of change. Inspired by the author’s own life, it offers a timely, timeless reflection on family bonds and the wishes that keep people moving forward.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Orchard Books

Published May 4, 2021

40 pages

ISBN: 9781338305890

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Details

First Published

2021

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Wishes by Muon Van.

War/Trauma
Death/Grief