Do you think adults, too, would enjoy reading "Dumb" Orphans: The Bundu Bunch Trilogy by Allan Low?

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Re: Do you think adults, too, would enjoy reading "Dumb" Orphans: The Bundu Bunch Trilogy by Allan Low?

Post by Hydah Katrina Kerry »

Yes, adults, too, will enjoy this book. First, the book is based on the effects of HIV/ Aids on individuals, families, and the entire society. It also explores other relevant themes such as friendship, the value of teamwork, leadership, sacrifice, and hard work. An adult will find valuable lessons from these topics.
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As an adult, I loved reading this book and as an ex-teacher I would also have loved for read this to my class or recommend it to them to read.
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Post by Kristine Mariel Diaz »

Children's books can be enjoyed by adults too, usually children's books have life lessons and relatable life examples that can help us in different situations.
This book in particular has some parts that a child alone might not fully understand, so a teenager or adult might enjoy it even more.
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Post by patricia MGBEMENA »

Yes , I totally agree that both adults and children would really love reading this book.
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I'm 21, I love reading this book. It felt amazing and I would love to read it anytime.
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Post by Chris Sharon »

Yes. I personally read this book and I loved it. I love children book genre even though I am an adult
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Post by Uggie Bear »

Yes, while the book was primarily written for children it still tackles deep themes about resilience, friendship, and overcoming challenges and offer engaging storytelling that can resonate with adult readers as well. I enjoyed the book as an adult and I think others would too.
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Post by Louis Donald »

Yes, adults would likely enjoy it, especially if they appreciate stories about resilience, social challenges, and the human spirit, all shown through the experiences of young characters.
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Of course, yes! Although it is a children's book, it packs a lot of lessons that adults might benefit from. Some descriptions in the book could also be relatable to adults!
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Yes, as an adult I think I would enjoy reading this book.
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Post by Jes Reed »

I think this book is absolutely applicable for adults! I enjoyed reading it, as it was a nice change of pace from some of the adult books I’ve read. I still think it had important topics to cover for adults, such as immigration, growing up, caring for small children, and the AIDS/HIV epidemic.
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Post by Pearl Flourish »

Absolutely, adults would find “Dumb” Orphans: The Bundu Bunch Trilogy engaging. The story delves into profound themes like resilience, community, and social justice, offering depth that resonates beyond a young audience. Its rich portrayal of African culture and the challenges faced by orphans provides valuable insights for readers of all ages.
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Post by Neha Panikar »

Absolutely! In fact I love the fact that children can also read this book, as this would be a lovely bonding time to read together, and if not that, to have meaningful conversations about the book. What they liked, what they didn't, etc would be just lovely!
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