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Reviewed by Frank Mutuma for Readers' Favorite
At the center of Lake Anamizu, there was an island. It was home to an elderly couple referred to as Grandpa and Grandma Maru by the people who lived along the shores of the lake. The couple was kind and generous, and they had a nice Japanese garden. One day, the Marus leave their island to go to the mainland to do some grocery shopping. On the shore, the elderly couple notices a young boy playing on the beach. Out of concern, they check on the boy. After a short discussion, they realize Seiji is deaf and escort him to his parents’ house. Seiji’s parents invite the Marus in for breakfast. Seiji is very comfortable around the elderly couple, which surprises his parents since he is usually shy with other people. The elderly couple invites them to visit their island. How will things unfold in The Guardians of Maru by Kristi Shimada when Seiji visits the island?
The Guardians of Maru by Kristi Shimada is wonderfully written with a steady pacing that keeps readers intrigued and eager to discover the next twist in the flawlessly flowing plot. Kristi ensured all events are vividly described, which will capture the imaginations of young readers. The themes in the book also help youngsters to appreciate their uniqueness and what they already have. The messages of generosity, kindness, and sharing will also resonate with many guardians who might be reading the book to children. Kristi also ensured the language used was easy to understand and appropriate for the target audience. Eko Setiawan didn’t disappoint with the illustrations, which add to the overall beauty of the work. This was a good read, and I look forward to reading something else by Kristi Shimada.
