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Synopsis
Kristin Hannah's book, 'Once in Every Life' reflects her ability to write with sensitivity and a stylish ease. Readers will be drawn into the lives of her characters as well as be able to clearly envisage the beautiful setting of the San Juan Island in the Pacific Northwest. The crossover from the modern era to the historical past is handled seamlessly in this memorable account of one troubled family's life. It demonstrates how love, understanding, patience and empathy can overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in order to establish a solid family unit.
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Is Once in every life appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
A touching historical time-travel romance featuring themes of family dysfunction, healing, and disability representation. Contains mild romantic content and emotional situations involving a troubled family working through their challenges.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include disability and family dysfunction.
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to the magical time-travel premise and the emotional journey of characters learning to understand and love each other despite their differences.