The Other Half of Happy: (Middle Grade Novel for Ages 9-12, Bilingual Tween Book)

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Price
$16.99  $15.80
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Publish Date
Pages
332
Dimensions
5.9 X 8.2 X 1.0 inches | 1.15 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9781452169989

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About the Author
Rebecca Balcárcel received the Jane Kenyon Poetry Prize, and her work has appeared in journals such as the North American Review. She is an associate professor of English at Tarrant County College. She lives in Bedford, Texas.
Reviews
"Lyrical and heartfelt, this poetic debut novel will speak to anyone who has felt like they live between the 'categories' of our world."-A Mighty Girl
"A lovely, moving, and realistic view of the struggles and insecurities--as well as the beauty--that comes from being bicultural."--Booklist, starred review
"Balcárcel's well-rounded characters, complex friendships, and nuanced family dynamics will resonate with many readers. This is a title that will remain relevant long past its publication date. A must-have for all library collections." -- School Library Journal, starred review
"Rebecca Balcárcel has written a powerful story that seeps into the spaces where language and heritage meet family and new discoveries. The Other Half Of Happy strikes all the right chords, bridging a gap and stretching open arms to readers looking for home in both familiar and unfamiliar places. Bravely told, with notes of vulnerability, brevity, and hope, this is a story that invites quiet courage to speak love, regardless of your native language." --Beth Hautala, author of The Ostrich and Other Lost Things

"Rebecca Balcárcel has penned a touching and oh-so-satisfying story featuring a fierce and tender new Latinx super star, Quijana Carrillo! Quijana will capture your heart with her defiant spirit and unwavering love for friends and family." --Angela Cervantes, author of Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring

"The palpable push-and-pull of Quijana's yearning for her father's homeland, Guatemala, will propel readers through this poetic, deeply affecting debut." --Jenn Bishop, author of The Distance to Home

"Quijana's journey to understand herself better and how she fits between two cultures is authentic and relatable to readers of all backgrounds, and her language struggles will particularly hit home for some. With Rebecca Balcárcel's lyrical language, Quijana's voice feels both fresh and familiar. A beautiful coming of age story." --Hena Khan, author of Amina's Voice