Hiroshima

While the Enola Gay soars in the sky, Hiroshimians pleasantly continue with their business, not aware of what horrible thing is about to happen. Hiroshima, a historical fiction novella by Laurence Yep, which has 56 pages, is very intriguing. It is about America bombing Hiroshima, then helping them to recover after the Americans realize what damage they did. Unfortunately, the Hiroshimians are too scared to go back to America for more help.

One of the strongest points of the book is when the Americans help the Hiroshimians by giving many needed surgeries. A not so strong point is when the Hiroshimians don't go back to America because they are too scared. I would definitely recommend this novella. This book is chalk full of history I wasn't aware of, that people are still dying from today. It was intriguing because every time I turned the page.... MORE ACTION!

I also loved this book because it was interesting. It made me more aware of America's history. I think Laurence Yep did a great job not "morphing" history much, like many other authors do.
I think anyone should definitely read Hiroshima, by Laurence Yep. I loved it!!!!

The Magic Paintbrush

The Magic Paintbrush, by Laurence Yep has 90 pages that kept me on my toes every minute. It is about a little boy, named Steve, who lives with his grandfather and his grandfather's friend, Uncle Fong. Since he is poor, he can't afford a new paintbrush, so he gets a big fat F! Because Grandfather doesn't want Steve to be upset and fail he gives him the magic paintbrush. They all have many great adventures with it. I would definitely recommend this book, I thought it was terrific!