Red, White, and Whole

An #ownvoices novel in verse about an Indian American girl named Reha who feels torn between two worlds: school, where she’s the only Indian American student, and home, with her family’s traditions and holidays. Reha's life is turned upside down when her mother, or Amma, is diagnosed with leukemia. As Reha dreams of becoming a doctor, she is determined to save her Amma’s life by being the perfect daughter, despite the challenges and her fear of blood. This heartbreakingly hopeful novel celebrates the ties that bind and explores how to go on in the face of unthinkable loss. It has received numerous accolades including Newbery Honor Book and Walter Award Winner, making it a highly acclaimed read for fans of Jasmine Warga and Thanhhà Lại.