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A stunning graphic novel filled with gorgeous, whimsical illustrations about an imaginative girl and a bright pink feather that leads to a journey with a baby flamingo. A "perfect" (Shelf Awareness) chapter book from the highly acclaimed creator of the New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year, The…

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1 author picked The Flamingo as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This is a graphic novel that relies largely on visual storytelling with minimal text. It’s filled with gorgeous, sumptuous illustrations. Within the story, the main character enters a dream-like world—and so do we.

It follows the emotional journey of a character bonding with her Lao Lao during a visit overseas and then discovering a way to keep that relationship alive after returning to her home city.

Urban landscapes are contrasted with the pastoral beauty of her grandmother’s tranquil seaside realm, where soft greys and browns are punctuated by the vibrant pink of the titular flamingo.

It’s a beautiful tale that…

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