Other Words for Home

Jasmine Warga
(Juvenile Fiction – J Warga)


After moving from Syria to Cincinnati with her mother, Jude is forced to navigate a life full of surprises, from new friends to new and unexpected identities. A moving story in verse of identity, loved ones, and self-discovery. Recommended for ages 9–12.

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