Mixed Up

As usual Ms Linhart was able to bring everything together in a different way, a new perspective of looking at our heritage. I purchased several copies to give to some “mixed” up families. Beautiful insight on the author’s part as well as a loving message. I highly recommend this book to all as it gives a deep appreciation of our common bonds.

A heartwarming story between a white grandmother and her African-American grandson.

As young Nicholas nibbles on his chocolate chip cookie – a metaphor for his mixed heritage – his kindhearted NaMa tells him the story of his ancestors and where they all came from. In muted tones of sepia and black and white, the artwork in this book calls to mind any family’s old photograph albums. Nicholas learns that his people come from many places, and that his family tree is made up of hope and hard work and never giving up on the American dream.

I highly recommend this award-winning book to every family who needs to be reminded that most of us are a blend of many peoples from many places.

Kathleen M. Rodgers, a novelist and former freelance writer for national publications