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School Library Journal
Reviewed on May 1, 2014 | Grades 5-8
Gr 8 Up—Starbird grew up within the confines of her Family. To her, normalcy is not knowing who her father is, working for the greater good of those on the Free Family Farm, and waiting for elder and translator EARTH to make his way back from his mission. Starbird is a true believer, not like some of the other members of the Family who have drifted since EARTH's departure. She despairs about her own brother's disappearance, but finds comfort in the rituals of Family life: farming, communal cooking, story night, and he...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2014
"My breath caught in my throat. Io didn't believe in the Translations?" When Starbird leaves the Free Family Farm commu...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
