Kira-Kira
by Cynthia Kadohata
Kira-Kira by Cynthia Kadohata holds a well received rating of 3.90 out of 5, based on 18.2K reader ratings. First published in 2004. The book spans 272 pages.
About Kira-Kira
kira-kira (kee ra kee ra): glittering; shining Glittering. That's how Katie Takeshima's sister, Lynn, makes everything seem. The sky is kira-kira because its color is deep but see-through at the same time. The sea is kira-kira for the same reason and so are people's eyes. When Katie and her family move from a Japanese community in Iowa to the Deep South of Georgia, it's Lynn who explains to her why people stop on the street to stare, and it's Lynn who, with her special way of viewing the world, teaches Katie to look beyond tomorrow, but when Lynn becomes desperately ill, and the whole family begins to fall apart, it is up to Katie to find a way to remind them all that there is always something glittering -- kira-kira -- in the future.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Cynthia Kadohata |
| Published | 2004 |
| Pages | 272 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Historical Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.90 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 18,166 |
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What genre is Kira-Kira?
Kira-Kira is categorized as Young Adult, Historical Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Kira-Kira worth reading?
Based on 18.2K reader ratings, Kira-Kira has an average score of 3.90 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Kira-Kira?
Kira-Kira has 272 pages.
Who wrote Kira-Kira?
Kira-Kira was written by Cynthia Kadohata. It was first published in 2004.
What is the ISBN for Kira-Kira?
The ISBN-13 for Kira-Kira is 9780689856400.0.
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