At a glance
- Published
- 2021
- Publisher
- Quill Tree Books
- Subgenre
- Historical
- Words
- 21,359
- Section
- Middle Grade
Red, White, and Whole
In 1983, Reha, the daughter of Indian immigrants, feels caught between her parents' expectations and her American school life. Then her mother is diagnosed with leukemia.
- Newbery Honor 2022
- NCTE Notable Verse Novel 2022
- Walter Dean Myers Award 2022
- Golden Kite Award 2022
- ALSC Notable Children's Book 2022
Themes
Mood
Feels emotional, sad, reflective.
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