Out of the Dust

The poetic format adds a lyrical, emotional depth to the story. I'm curious what inspired the choice to use poetry for this historical narrative.

Her perseverance despite the hardships was inspiring, but also made me reflect on how resilience shows up in our own lives. Am I the only one who felt this way?

The themes of hope and survival seem universal, but I wonder which aspects really struck a chord with middle-grade readers today.