The Other Half of My Hear... The point was so laboriously and painstakingly made that I started to get bored while reading what I think is ultimately a very important book. That's when the light dawned about my goof. The other half of my heart really highlights that true beauty,character, and strength has no color, Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2012. : The Legend of Molly Williams, America's First Female Firefighter. I don't really know what I think of this book yet. However, Minni was born with reddish blond hair and white skin like her daddy. (I Love Me Series), The Lying Liar Called Racism: A Love Letter. It was also significant watching Minni absorb the experience of having the tables turned, of being the one out of place because of her skin color, as Keira had always been, in their home community of Port Townsend, Washington. The Albion Pact demands that the Prince of Wales must take someone magic born as his soul-bonded consort by the time he is thirty or face death. It's a serious look at racial issues, but with lots of lighthearted moments and a pre-teen pageant plot that will really appeal to girls. A beautiful story of two very different sisters and their individual struggles to see life through the other's eyes. Frazier The contradictions, absurdities, humor and pain that accompany life as a mixed-race tween are highlighted. It was a relief when Keira finally got angry with Minni, more than halfway through the book. Sundee Frazier is the most thoughtful, kind, and honest person I know. This information about The Other Half of My Heart shown above was first featured in "The BookBrowse Review" - BookBrowse's membership magazine, and in our weekly "Publishing This Week" newsletter. The process is, at times, complex and the end result is delightful but somewhat expected. Paperback. The Other Half of My Heart 304. by Sundee T. Frazier | Editorial Reviews. June 8th 2010 One of the topics he covered was how parents are doing a grave disservice to their children by trying to be "color neutral" and avoid discussions of race. Minni suddenly feels like she doesn't belong as they question whether she qualifies to be. I requested this book by accident from the library, intending to get one of the same title by Stephanie Butland. (I almost wish the cover played up the pageant angle to get girls reading; it looks awfully serious.) Sympathy can be roused for both characters and it's both painful and rewarding to see Minni finally get 'it', understand what it's like to be the ONLY ONE. SUNDEE T. FRAZIER is the author of Brendan Buckley's Universe and Everything in It, for which she received the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Author Award. ebook. Refresh and try again. I'll start off by saying that I did enjoy this book. As the adoptive mother of a bi-racial daughter who is being raised in a predominantly white community, I'm always interested in books like THE OTHER HALF OF MY HEART. Minni, who appears white, is reluctant; outgoing Keira, who appears black, is thrilled. I haven't read a children's book in years and wasn't really prepared. The book includes Keira's struggle with her dyslexia, Minna's struggles with trying to fit in with a world that doesn't accept her, but it isn't without humor. Grades 5 & up. What makes someone White? The Other Half of My Heart. Something went wrong. Minni suddenly feels like she doesn't belong as they question whether she qualifies to be in the contest. I love how this book is about a rare case in which two children were born. This is a story that shows the struggle of being accepted for who you are no matter what your color. The BIG parts were really the contest and even then it wasn't as interesting as I hoped. Read reviews and buy The Other Half of My Heart - by Sundee T Frazier (Paperback) at Target. 4.0 out of 5 stars Good for pre-teen girls. Zeze the Copycat is a fun & interactive children's black & African American story book. View All Available Formats & Editions. From my 9 year old daughter: The book was good. Memorable story about close-knit twin sisters who are biracial and look very different from each other. ebook. Read a sample Read a sample Description; Details; Reviews "One luminous pearl of a sister story." I understand she's a confused girl in an unusual circumstance, but nevertheless, I found myself unable to muster up much sympathy for her. The girls have just turned 11 and their Grandmother. I know there are not very many books for young readers that give such a sensitive perspective on race, and while I feel this could lead to some great, thoughtful discussions, there are also parts that cheapen the narrative. Minni’s viewpoint came across to me as patronizing and condescending; I began to worry that it might not be the character’s, but the author’s. Back home in Washington State Minni has unknowingly benefited from white privilege, while Keira’s appearance has subjected her to bias. I wasn't crazy about this book but it did had some good features, such as it being really smooth and gentle. Yes, they are actual biological twin sisters born to their black mother and white father. About The Other Half of My Heart. It is the third single from Mayer's 2009 album, Battle Studies. Yearling; Reprint edition (June 14, 2011). I'm glad Minni was finally able to see herself as beautiful and recognize that she needed to stand up for and protect her sister. Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2017, A beautiful story of two very different sisters and their individual struggles to see life through the other's eyes. It requires attention, and time to formulate the finished product. Minnie and Keira are twins. Choose from contactless Same Day Delivery, Drive Up and more. I read it for school. They were born only seven minutes apart. The girls are sent from Washington to North Caroline to visit their grandmother. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Start by marking “The Other Half of My Heart” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Praise For The Other Half of My Heart… "Funny and deeply affecting, this novel by the Steptoe Award winner for Brendan Buckley's Universe and Everything in It (2007) revisits the still largely unexplored world of multiracial heritage...Frazier highlights the contradictions, absurdities, humor and pain that accompany life as a mixed-race tween. This is One of the best books I've read in a while. Spending time with their strict, uptight grandmother is not pleasant, but they start to understand more about her. I was intrigued by Frazier's vivid depiction of the difference between being black in small-town Washington State and being black in North Carolina (the book takes place during the twins' visit to their black grandmother in NC). Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. An outstanding achievement.". Twins of a black mom and white dad, Minerva and Keira King, 11, visit Grandmother Johnson in NC so they can compete in the Miss Black Pearl Preteen pageant. Other Editions of This Title: Digital Audiobook (6/13/2011) CD-Audio (6/14/2011) Description. I just would be worried that some readers won't be willing to push through any slow points. The other half of my heart is much like making a loaf of bread. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, Or get 4-5 business-day shipping on this item for $5.99 Read a sample Read a sample Description; Details; Reviews "One luminous pearl of a sister story." The Other Half of My Heart. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. As their experience of race threatens to divide the sisters, Minni struggles to heal the rift. Average Customer Ratings. . You've got to find your own.”, Brendan Buckley's Universe and Everything in It, The Blossoming Universe of Violet Diamond, The Other Half of My Heart by Sundee Tucker Frazier, Meet These Highly Anticipated March Romances. The other half of my heart really highlights that true beauty,character, and strength has no color Paperback. Minni is shy, smart, and loves to volunteer, while Keira is outgoing, has dyslexia, loves gymnastics and fashion. As their experience of race threatens to divide the sisters, Minni struggles to heal the rift. It's a serious look at racial issues, but with lots of lighthearted moments and a pre-teen pageant plot that will really appeal to girls. Minni, who appears white, is reluctant; outgoing Keira, who appears black, is thrilled. I ALSO DID NOT LIKE HOW IN THE BEGINNING THERE WERE MEMORIES/STORIES THAT DIDN'T REALLY FIT IN WITH WHAT THE BOOK WAS TALKING ABOUT AND DIDN'T HAVE MUCH OF A POINT! Keira was born with "cinnamon-brown" skin and dark curly hair like her mother. No disrespect to MLK, he's one of the most inspiring figures in the history of the world). They live in a predominately white community, so their grandmother thinks it would be a good idea for them to spend some time with her in North Carolina, participating in the Miss Black Pearl Preteen pageant. Minni is white with straight, red hair and Keira is black with curly hair. Paperback $ 8.99. Lots of thought-provoking discussions could come out of the issues raised in this book. I was surprised at how quickly the pageant/program (a running joke in the story) was over. Subject: To the other half of my heart. This book is told from Minni's perspective as she batt. Yes, they are actual biological twin sisters born to their black mother and white father. Report abuse. This is a story of two sisters: Minni and Keira. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Minni and Keira are twins that love spending time together and appreciate each other's uniqueness. Brendan Buckley's Universe and Everything in It, Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow (Nevermoor, 1), The Mysterious Disappearance of Aidan S. (as told to his brother), Molly, by Golly! This is a wonderful book for that age, but I think many adults will also like it, just as I did.