Disclaimer: I received this ebook from the publisher. Thanks! All opinions are my own.
Book: Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
Author: Joanna Ho
Book Series: Standalone
Diversity: Asian main and side characters
Rating: 5/5
Recommended For…: Diverse reads, ownvoice work, children’s book
Publication Date: January 5, 2021
Publisher: HarperCollins
Pages: 40
Recommended Age: 5+ (diversity and how we should celebrate it)
Synopsis: A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers’. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother’s, her grandmother’s, and her little sister’s. They have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea, crinkle into crescent moons, and are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future.
Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self love and empowerment.
This powerful, poetic picture book will resonate with readers of all ages and is a celebration of diversity.
Review: I absolutely loved this sweet book! It was adorable in every way. The story was moving and will be so relatable to so many children. The art is also so amazing and wonderfully well done. I highly recommend this read for anyone.
Verdict: Highly recommend!