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Gr 6 Up—Set in rural Vietnam circa 1962, the dangers of the Vietnam War have forced Thu'o'ng and Má to move in with her father and his second family. Life with her new family is fraught with conflict, especially as her stepmother, Big Mother, does nothing to hide the contempt she has for Thu'o'ng (renamed Bé) and Má. When Bé's father has a stroke, Big Mother seizes the opportunity to strengthen her hold on the family, leading to Má's exit and leaving Bé completely alone. Choosing a life of muteness, Bé's only comf...Log In or Sign Up to Read More