Mini Treats: Trusting True North by Gina Linko

I am starting a new series called Mini Treats where I write reviews that won't be as long as my usual but for quick reads. I was lucky to receive an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review and I genuinely enjoyed this children's fiction book.

Trusting True North by Gina Linko

Published: 05 Apr 2022
Rating: 4 out of 5

Review:

Speaking from the perspective of an older sibling, this book gripped my heart. I felt along with True as she desperately tries to bring her little brother's spirits up when their mother is unable to come back home due to the border closing from the virus. She puts his feelings before her own and is only able process her emotions through anger and drawing her map. This is the first book I have read set in the pandemic. It talks about friendship through the screen, the boredom of being stuck inside, and ultimately, teaches us to appreciate what we have and learn when to ask for help.

Building maps is a wonderful way to introduce children to worldbuilding and wanderlust. I loved the tidbits that teach us how to make a map with your own quirk in it. 

I mean, I know you can't really fly but what if you could? Can't you just imagine floating over your area? Seeing things from up there? Imagine it. I bet you can do it. Now, I'll help you draw it.

Warm regards,

Diana Banana