“A powerful story about how the art left behind in history acts as a bridge to humanity's present . . . Marwan's signature watercolor-and-ink illustrations are rich and vibrant. . . . Alternating between tangerine hues to ocean blues, the color ebbs with emotion.” —School Library Journal, starred review

“This imaginative book invites readers to learn more about their heritage through art; the illustrations beg multiple viewings.” —Horn Book, starred review

“Watercolor and ink illustrations alternate between softly colored, whimsical sketches of reality and dreamy, impressionistic lapis images.” —Publishers Weekly

“A stunningly illustrated celebration of heritage.” —Kirkus Reviews

“[A] unique, resonant story celebrating the transformative power of memory.” —Booklist

“The narrative has a tangible directness, but the illustrations imbue the story with a magic that moves beyond fantasy into something more profound.” —BCCB

“The interplay of simple, literal prose and complex, figurative illustration here lifts this sensitive and useful picture book on immigration into an inviting exploration of how experiences are transformed by time and memory.” —BCCB, starred review, on WHERE BUTTERFLIES FILL THE SKY

“[A] sensitive and beautifully depicted story.” —School Library Journal, starred review, on WHERE BUTTERFLIES FILL THE SKY

“Utterly original and enjoyable from start to finish.” —NPR, on WHERE BUTTERFLIES FILL THE SKY

“A colorful, captivating odyssey for younger readers.” —Shelf Awareness, on WHERE BUTTERFLIES FILL THE SKY

“[A] poignant, playful picture book . . . Marwan's dreamlike artwork grounds her tale in the wistful warmth of memory.” —New York Times, on WHERE BUTTERFLIES FILL THE SKY