
In this poignant chapter book, eleven-year-old Charlie Pippin is determined to bridge the emotional gap with her reserved father. She believes the key lies in understanding his experiences during the Vietnam War, a period he rarely discusses. As Charlie delves into history books, interviews, and her own imagination, she begins to piece together the profound impact the war had on him, and by extension, on their family. This story beautifully explores themes of empathy, historical understanding, and the enduring power of family bonds, offering a gentle yet powerful look at intergenerational trauma and healing.
Spunky eleven-year-old Charlie hopes to understand her rigid father by finding out everything she can about the Vietnam War, the war that let him survive but killed his dreams.