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At a glance

Published
2009
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Subgenre
Historical
Words
15,158
Section
Middle Grade

All the Broken Pieces

Ann E. Burg

Matt Pin, evacuated from Vietnam as a young child and adopted by an American family, struggles with survivor's guilt and memories of the brother and mother he left behind.

  • YALSA Best Books for Young Adults 2010
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Themes

FamilyFoster care & adoptionGrief & lossMental healthWar & conflict

Mood

Feels emotional, challenging, hopeful.

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