I loved this story but I was distracted by the illustrations -- they were so beautiful I wanted to turn them into posters for my room. The use of color is amazing, as was the detail.
This is based on a true story in Cameroon, a place I know little about. Adi is only 12 and her uncle is demanding she be married off against her will, so her dad takes Adi to a wonderful and supportive place where she will be safe and where she can become more educated.
Adi is safe in her new home and her spirit comes back. The couple running the place helped many young people learn skills they would need to work.
Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this