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Kelly_the_Bookish_Sidekick
The Mountains Sing | Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai
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????? This heartbreaking look at one family's struggles and sacrifices covers time from 1930's into 1980. Dieu Lan tells stories of her past to her granddaughter, nicknamed Guava, interspersed with their "present day" experiences. It is an amazing story of strength and sadness, with a few rare moments of good and happiness. Listening on audio really helped me to hear the pronunciations and immerse myself in Vietnam. If you listen...

Kelly_the_Bookish_Sidekick please look at an online preview or snap a pick of the family tree in the front of the physical book and keep it close. The multigenerational tales mixed with similar and new-to-me names made things a bit tricky early on until I had that family tree close. 4y
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Butterfinger Good suggestion. I love to be able to go to the front of a book to study family trees. 4y
Texreader Excellent review! 4y
Catsandbooks Yes, audiobooks are so great for pronunciation help! 4y
Bookworm54 I listened on audio, and a family tree would have been super helpful! 4y
Apostcardlife Thanks for the audio rec! Good to know! 4y
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