Dream Soul
Dream Soul by Laurence Yep, published by HarperCollins on August 22, 2000, is a 256-page work in English that explores the experiences of Joan Lee and her younger siblings, Bobby and Emily, as they navigate their first Christmas in West Virginia in 1927. The story centers on Joan’s desire to fit in with her peers despite her Chinese heritage, highlighting the challenges and temptations they face as they strive to be “good” in order to celebrate the holiday.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of family, cultural identity, and the complexities of new experiences. As the children encounter sledding, snow play, and friendships, Joan’s fascination with the enigmatic Victoria Barrington adds depth to her journey. A crisis ultimately leads Joan to a deeper understanding of her parents and her heritage, emphasizing the significance of love and loyalty within the family. This edition continues the story of the Lees, following the events of The Star Fisher.
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All Joan Lee and her younger siblings, Bobby and Emily, want for Christmas in 1927 is to be allowed to celebrate it. Joan longs to be just like everyone else, even if she is Chinese, but this will be the Lees’ first Christmas in West Virginia! Miss Lucy, their landlady and friend, innocently invites the family to celebrate Christmas with her. Joan’s parents resist at first, but that changes when Papa realizes he can turn it to his advantage. The children can have Christmas, but only if they are good–all the time.
Joan, Bobby, and Emily quickly become aware of how hard this will be as each day brings new temptations of sledding, playing in the snow, and spending time with friends. Joan is particularly intrigued by the glamorous Victoria Barrington and her father, who have a mysterious past and are so unlike her own family. But a crisis forces Joan to gain a new understanding of her parents and her heritage, and she must look to her past in order to help her family before it’s too late.
Continuing the story of the Lees begun in The Star Fisher, winner of the Christopher Award and the West Virginia Literary Award, Dream Soul is a touching story of love, loyalty, and the importance of family.
Books for the Teen Age 2001 (NYPL)
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