Eyes that Kiss in the Corners

by Joanna Ho Narrated by Natalie Naudus Bradner

Overview

This lyrical and stunning book tells a story about learning to love and celebrate your Asian-shaped eyes, in the of spirit of Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry.

A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers'. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother's, her grandmother's, and her little sister's. They have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea, crinkle into crescent moons, and are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future.

Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self love and empowerment. This powerful, poetic book will resonate with listeners of all ages and is a celebration of diversity.

"This tale of self-acceptance and respect for one's roots is breathtaking.” - Kirkus, starred review

“A young girl finds beauty in her uniqueness.” - School Library Journal, starred review

“A poignant testament to familial love and legacy.” - Publishers Weekly

Editorial Reviews

FEBRUARY 2021 - AudioFile

Natalie Naudus narrates with a welcoming warmth that suits this sweet and affirming audiobook, which is enhanced with gentle music. A Taiwanese girl worries that her eyes are different from the big, round eyes of her classmates. But then she sees that her eyes mirror her mother’s, her Amah’s, and Mei Mei’s and that they all have eyes that “kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea,” with lashes that mirror the swords of warriors just like her ancestors. Her joy at recognizing and celebrating those similarities is palpable in Naudus’s narration. When the girl realizes her toddling little sister looks up to her with the same bright eyes, listeners feel her pride and tender hope. E.E.C. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine

FEBRUARY 2021 - AudioFile

Natalie Naudus narrates with a welcoming warmth that suits this sweet and affirming audiobook, which is enhanced with gentle music. A Taiwanese girl worries that her eyes are different from the big, round eyes of her classmates. But then she sees that her eyes mirror her mother’s, her Amah’s, and Mei Mei’s and that they all have eyes that “kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea,” with lashes that mirror the swords of warriors just like her ancestors. Her joy at recognizing and celebrating those similarities is palpable in Naudus’s narration. When the girl realizes her toddling little sister looks up to her with the same bright eyes, listeners feel her pride and tender hope. E.E.C. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine

Product Details

BN ID:	2940177801087
Publisher:	Spotify Audiobooks
Publication date:	01/05/2021
Edition description:	Unabridged
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

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