In Circle of Cranes by Annette Lebox, Suyin learns the reality of the New York City sweatshops. Kidzworld has the book review.
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When 13-year-old Suyin gets the opportunity to leave her small village in sisterhood, who live in the beautiful land of He-Shan. With their wisdom and the gift of a magical sewing needle, Suyin manages to get by.
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Even though Suyin relies on the cranes, the cranes are also relying on Suyin. When she learns to transform into a crane, they need her travel to a dangerous land to save their queen. Meanwhile, in New York City, sweatshop workers are going on strike, demanding all of their back pay. If Suyin decides to fight for the cause, she’ll be risking her life.
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Circle of Cranes is a very eye-opening story. It shows the reality of today’s working conditions for illegal Chinese immigrants in Chinatown. Annette Lebox also incorporated a magical element that gave the book a fable-like feel. While this novel is written for a middle grade readership, it could be enjoyed by all ages. We definitely recommend Circle of Cranes.
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