Illustrated by Jonathan Nelson
3 stars
A sweet story about the bond between two cousins. After Kara’s family moves to the Rez and Amanda’s stays in the city, the two cousins can’t wait for the family reunion the next summer. But when the reunion finally arrives, they both feel a little shy around each other. With a little push, the two reconnect and see that they are forever cousins.
An adorable story, told in simple, easy-to-follow language.
Nice themes of family and connection as well as the shyness you may feel when reuniting with someone you haven’t seen in a long time.
There is an Author’s Note at the back that connects the story to Goodluck’s own family experiences and historical moments in America. She also discusses what Tribal Nations are, how Indigenous peoples keep their culture alive, and the history of mistreatment of Indigenous peoples in America.
A sweet celebration of family, connection, reunion, and the special bond between cousins.