Parvana's Journey sheds light on the plight and resilience of vulnerable children who struggle every day to survive in war-torn Afghanistan. Deborah Ellis's portrayal of the characters' struggles and hope-filled journeys is heart-wrenching yet informative. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a thought-provoking, character-driven experience that portrays the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

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• Jane Addams Children's Book Award for Older Children (2003)
• Rhode Island Teen Book Award Nominee (2005)
• Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award for Adult Middle Reader (2003)
• Manitoba Young Readers' Choice Award Nominee (2004)

In Parvana's Journey, the Taliban still control Afghanistan, but Kabul is in ruins. Parvana's father has just died, and her mother, sister, and brother could be anywhere in the country. Parvana knows she must find them. Despite her youth, Parvana sets out alone, masquerading as a boy. She soon meets other children who are victims of war -- an infant boy in a bombed-out village, a nine-year-old girl who thinks she has magic powers over landmines, and a boy with one leg. The children travel together, forging a kind of family out of sheer need. The strength of their bond makes it possible to survive the most desperate conditions.All royalties from the sale of this book will go to Women for Women, an organization that helps women in Afghanistan.

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