Official Review: SandPeople by Cheryl Kerr

[Uma gupta]

This review of "SandPeople: An Across Time Mystery" beautifully captures the essence of the story, emphasizing its coming-of-age elements, historical infusion, and the imaginative journey it provides. The reviewer praises Cheryl Kerr's adept storytelling, citing the seamless integration of historical fiction and the relatable portrayal of the protagonist, Lea. The reviewer particularly enjoys the author's vivid scenes that ignite the imagination. Despite minor errors, the well-edited content, absence of inappropriate material, and relatable themes lead to a perfect 4 out of 4 stars rating. The recommendation for young readers navigating change and growth reinforces the positive endorsement of the book.

[Marissa Michael]

I like how the author focused on the narration about the transition of Lea and how the sudden change force her to grow up. Many readers will be able to relate with Lea in terms of having divorced parents and dealing with the sudden change in her life. Congrats being the #botd.

[Sanju Lali]

A childhood to adulthood transition based story book "SandPeople" by Cheryl Kerr, which follows Lea McKinney, whose parents announce separation for summer.

[Sarah Zain]

The review is detailed and expressive. The story seems engaging and dealing with the parents's separation from their daughter Lea point of view well. I think it will be an interesting read and many people can relate to it. Congrats on BOTD

[Dalia Chf]

A coming-of-age story where a person is forced to grow up due to unforeseen circumstances. Isn’t life cruel like that with most of us? This sounds like a riveting read, I love that the story is centered around Lea and not the divorce, thanks for highlighting that! Great review!

[Rebecca De Figueiredo]

I love the cover and felt the ‘feel’ of the book from it. The book has a beautiful mix of history, present day, with this young lady’s personality overriding it all. It’s an intelligent book which I would be brilliant as a gift to a young adult.

[Rose Odiwuor]

From the reviews Lea's parents were planning to break up during summer and because of this Lea was forced to live with her aunt whom she didn't know well and also to get separated from her best friend Laura and it's a struggle for her to cope with the situation which is a choice her parents made.

[Fatola Fatai]

I really like the key details you shared about the book's themes and Lea's journey of personal growth as she spends an unexpected summer with her aunt. Your analysis of how the author blends history and mystery into the story sounds interesting too.

[Lorna Philip Enslin]

Thanks for the interesting review. This is a perfect coming-of-age story for middle graders and will appeal to a YA audience as the content is easily relatable. The focus is not on whether Lea's parents will reunite but on her palpable loneliness when she is sent away to spend the summer with an aunt she doesn't know. Lea's brother gets to spend the holidays with their grandma while her best friend remains behind in Virginia. The story describes her transformation and complete sense of freedom as she explores the complexities of growing up. An invaluable read for a YA audience. Congrats on #BOTD.

[Pranav Dewangan]

The portrayal of Lea McKinney's summer journey in 'SandPeople: An Across Time Mystery' sounds like a heartfelt exploration of growth and adjustment amidst family separation. The emphasis on Lea's transformation over the summer, coupled with historical fiction elements, offers a compelling narrative for upper middle-grade readers. Kerr's ability to blend history seamlessly into the story while maintaining engagement is commendable and likely to captivate young readers.

[Khushi RBY Yadav]

I appreciate the way the reviewer described the book and Gave a image of the book. Mostly books revolve around the divorce couple and their love hunt, but I liked how the author has given the priority to the child and her adventure, focusing on the growth and trauma a child may face due to their parents actions. I would love to read this book and dive deep into the adventure.

[Rupali Mishra]

Congrats on BOTD!
Writing captivating stories that captivate readers appears to be the writer's forte. Young adults could find this book to be a great option. Their curiosity about Lea's progress and improvement during her summer with her aunt would no doubt pique their interest.

[Kshitija Sonawane]

Things are going really bad for Lea, way too bad. She is struggling to find her way around life. While this struggle however, she finds some precious people and things. The book is about that. Congratulations on BOTD, and best wishes for future projects.

[Aaron Joseph Maupin]

Yes, the review is helpful and sufficient. It provides a detailed overview of the book's plot, themes, and target audience. The positive comments about the writing, character development, and relatability of the protagonist make it likely to motivate readers to buy the book. From the reviewer's perspective, it seems like a good addition to anyone's library, especially for young readers navigating personal growth and facing challenging circumstances.

[Shinshinshin]

This review is helpful as it provides a comprehensive overview of the book's plot, themes, and target audience suitability. It covers the main aspects of the story and highlights the relatable and engaging elements. The review is sufficient in providing relevant information and capturing the reviewer's positive impressions.