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The Year I Flew Away by Marie Arnold
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In The Year I Flew Away, did you enjoy ...
... a determined protagonist overcoming upheaval and homesickness?
Inside Out and Back Again by Thanhha Lai
If you loved Gabrielle's journey as she strives to fit into a new country and find her place, you'll be moved by Hà's experience fleeing Vietnam and adjusting to life in Alabama. Both heroines face daunting challenges but show incredible resilience, making Inside Out and Back Again a heartfelt and inspiring read.
... watching a young character grow in courage and confidence?
Front Desk by Kelly Yang
Much like Gabrielle in The Year I Flew Away, Mia Tang in Front Desk navigates a new country, grappling with language barriers and cultural challenges. As Mia takes on more responsibility at her family's motel, her personal growth and strength shine, offering a similar uplifting coming-of-age arc.
... a vibrant, multicultural perspective with celebration of identity?
The First Rule of Punk by Celia C. Pérez
If you appreciated how Gabrielle’s Haitian heritage shaped her story and the book’s rich sense of cultural identity, you’ll enjoy Malú’s journey in The First Rule of Punk. Malú navigates friendships and family expectations while staying true to her Mexican-American roots—delivering the same kind of joyful, diverse representation.
... uplifting stories with warmth and hope?
Bayou Magic by Jewell Parker Rhodes
Bayou Magic shares the hopeful, optimistic tone you enjoyed in The Year I Flew Away. Maddy’s magical summer in Louisiana is filled with wonder, friendship, and the courage to face fears, leaving readers with that same sense of possibility and light.
... a young character’s transition and self-discovery?
Merci Suárez Changes Gears by Meg Medina
Like Gabrielle’s journey as she adapts to a new home and faces magical challenges, Merci’s story is a heartfelt coming-of-age tale. Merci navigates new responsibilities, friendships, and family changes with humor and honesty, making Merci Suárez Changes Gears a wonderful choice for fans of character-driven growth.
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