From Pulitzer Prize-winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen and illustrator Minnie Phan comes an unforgettable story of a Vietnamese American girl whose life is transformed by a wildfire.
With a poetic, haunting family story by esteemed author Viet Thanh Nguyen and gorgeous art from illustrator Minnie Phan, this powerful tale introduces an unforgettable young heroine who awakens to a new role fighting for her community and for the future of the planet..
As Simone begins creating a piece of art with one of her new friends, she realizes that even though they are young, they can dream and work together for a more sustainable future.
After a few days, Simone and her mom are able to return to their home, which is fortunately still standing, and her outlook has changed.
Joined by other children sheltering in the gym, Simone, a budding artist, encourages everyone to draw as a way to process their situation.
Simone\'s mom tells her that when she was a girl in Viet Nam, she was forced to evacuate her home after a flood.
On their way to take shelter in a high school gym, the family passes firefighters from a prison unit battling the fire.
When Simone is awakened by her mom as a wildfire threatens their home, it is the beginning of a life-changing journey.
From Pulitzer Prize-winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen and illustrator Minnie Phan comes an unforgettable story of a Vietnamese American girl whose life is transformed by a wildfire
