This gorgeous picture book depicts a historical moment rarely, if ever, covered in picture booksthe Korean Warwith stunning illustrations and deft prose that centers on a young girls experience. . . . Its an accessible, compassionate, and lovely picture book."Book Riot
*Drawing from her own familys experiences, Wang has crafted a lyrical gem of a story. Adopting a childs perspective, the author manages to make topics such as warfare and loss of ones home comprehensible to a young audience, while Chas bold strokes and splashes of color convey movement and enhance the emotional weight of the subject."Kirkus Reviews, starred review
*Chas illustrations pay exquisite attention to the beauty of the seaside landscape, using color to intensify the experience of being near the ocean. Vibrant greens and blues swirl, producing the feeling of an ever-moving sea, while wheaty shades of tan create sand and scrub, all of which contrast with the darkness of a makeshift air raid shelter where women and children hide. This gorgeously illustrated book contains surprisingly beautiful turns of phrase and metaphors (we sat like two quiet hills, the breeze combing through our hair). A touching homage to the authors own grandparents heroism, which also offers rare insight into complex feelings about personal sacrifice and witnessing the suffering of others.The Horn Book Review, starred review
*Wangs story, based on her mothers account of growing up in a household that welcomed people displaced during the Korean War, is a touching narrative that focuses mainly on the childrens experiences. The back matter includes an informative glossary and notes from both the writer and the illustrator, whose grandmother lived near the storys setting as a teenager. Chas expressive mixed-media illustrations reflect the characters emotions and recreate the beautiful setting in this moving picture book.Booklist, starred review
