Middle Grade, Historical, Fiction
Description
In 1932, deaf eleven-year-old Anika Bohdan escapes famine-depleted Ukraine with one hope: to reunite with her father in America. After a perilous ocean voyage, she arrives in Manhattan alone and frightened. Barely speaking English, Anika must navigate a strange and overwhelming city, dependent on the kindness of strangers and the strength of her own will.
All she has is her treasured locket and the memory of her father's smile.
Failure means losing Tato forever.
The Silent Journey is a middle grade story that explores resilience, identity, and finding one’s voice against the backdrop of historical upheaval.
Tropes
Adventure, deaf representation, Ukrainian representation, found family, the Great Depression (1930s), "A Little Princess" vibes
Content Warnings
Spice Level
0 - None
Bonus Content Included
Behind the scenes updates, early cover reveal
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