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Title: Compelling and inspirational!
Review: When my 12 year-old daughter was assigned to read this book for school, I read it myself so I could discuss it with her. She and I both loved it!This fascinating tale chronicles the dangers and hardships of a 12 year-old Jewish girl, Rifka, as she fled from World War I era Russia to seek an oppression-free life in America. The young Rifka's experiences along her travels are both shocking and tragic. But also very inspirational.I told my daughter that I wished Rifka hadn't encountered so many heartbreaks along the way and she reminded me, "It has to be that way because it is based on a true story."In the end, the book left me feeling both grateful and proud to be living in a country free of political, religious, and sexist oppression. I am glad it was assigned to my daughter so she can become aware of those precious freedoms . . . and recognize that not everybody enjoys them like she does.A quick easy read . . . that sticks with you for a long time!
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