FAMILY

An exploration of the magic that is family.

In a universe where “nothing happens by chance” and destiny is a “sweet, gentle melody,” souls seek harmony with other souls. In finding their “kindred spirits,” these souls join the intergenerational thread of family that connects loved ones across time. Though at times this string may become tangled and relationships get disrupted, the family ties that bind persist through it all with the reassurance that the universe knows best. This story is told as much through the images as Andrés Almada's verse, translated from Spanish; Wimmer uses soft-edged two-page spreads through which the string of family runs, tying diverse people together through time. The story of a divinely planned family into which souls choose to join brings a spiritual side that may grate against those whose theological beliefs and lived experiences do not align with this particular vision of family. This title will likely best find a home among kindred spirits in spiritual but not religious households, where it would make a solid bedtime read-aloud. (This book was reviewed digitally.)

A cozy and intimate story celebrating the curious alchemy of family.