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Butterfly Yellow

Thanhha Lai
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59 pages • 1 hour read

Thanhha Lai

Butterfly Yellow

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019

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    Butterfly Yellow by Thanhha Lai receives praise for its evocative writing and compelling portrayal of a young refugee's journey. Readers appreciate the emotional depth and cultural insights. However, some feel the multiple perspectives disrupt the narrative flow. Despite this, the novel is lauded for its authenticity and powerful storytelling.

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    Who Should Read Butterfly Yellow?

    Readers who enjoy Butterfly Yellow by Thanhha Lai are typically fond of historical fiction, coming-of-age stories, and tales of immigration. Fans of Inside Out & Back Again by Lai herself or Refugee by Alan Gratz would appreciate this book's heartfelt exploration of resilience and identity. Ideal for middle-grade to young adult audiences.

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    Reading Age

    13-17years

    Lexile Level

    HL810L

    Book Details

    Genre
    Historical Fiction
    Asian Literature
    Topics
    Immigration / Refugee
    Themes
    Relationships: Family
    Period
    Vietnam War