When Heaven Fell

When a Vietnamese girl named Binh receives a visit from her half-American aunt Di Hai, it causes excitement and curiosity. Binh, who sells fruits and sodas every day, lives a simple life with her family. Her perspective begins to shift when her grandmother reveals that she had a daughter during the war who was sent to America. Expecting luxurious gifts and a possible ticket to America, Binh's expectations are challenged when her aunt arrives with simple trinkets and a life that doesn't match Binh's imaginations. Through the eyes of Binh, Carolyn Marsden explores themes of cultural differences and personal aspirations, capturing the life and dreams of a young Vietnamese girl with warmth and sensitivity.