All Four Quarters of the Moon

Description

Title: All Four Quarters of the Moon
Author: Shirley Marr
Publisher: Usborne Publishing (2022)
Format: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN-13: 9781803704326
All Four Quarters of the Moon by Shirley Marr is a deeply moving and magical middle-grade novel that explores the complexities of moving to a new country. When Peijing and her family relocate from the familiar streets of Singapore to a small town in Australia, everything feels upside down. As the elder sister, Peijing takes it upon herself to be the “big anchor” for her younger sister Biba and their struggling parents, all while trying to find her own place in a world that feels very different from home.
Richly infused with Chinese mythology and the traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival, the story beautifully balances the hardships of the migrant experience with the wonder of childhood imagination. Shirley Marr captures the poignant bond between the sisters and their beloved Ah-Ma, showing how stories and family love can bridge the gap between the old world and the new. It is a perfect read for children and adults alike who enjoy stories about identity, friendship, and the meaning of home.