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The Mystery of the Painted Fan

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The Mystery of the Painted Fan by Linda Trinh is an engaging children's book focusing on a young detective's adventure. The story unfolds as the protagonist stumbles upon a mysterious painted fan that holds intriguing secrets. As they delve deeper, friendships are tested and new alliances are forged, leading to an exciting journey filled with mystery and discovery.
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The Mystery of the Painted Fan

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The third book in the early chapter book series The Nguyen Kids features the youngest sibling, Jacob, and continues the series' exploration of social justice themes, specifically gender expression and identity, with a supernatural twist.

BOOK 3: THE MYSTERY OF THE PAINTED FAN

Excerpt:

When I shut the door, I hold my painted fan. I breathe in and out. I wonder . . . will Grandma Ni help me?

Thoughtful and creative, Jacob is tired of being the baby of the family. He is ready to fully express himself in all of the ways that feel right to him, but not everyone seems as eager to accept change-even his own parents. He still loves hockey, yet he also wants to try something new, even if others may not understand. Confused and frustrated, Jacob turns to the beautiful fan his Grandma Ni gave him, which features all of the Vietnamese zodiac animals. With the mysterious fan and memories of Grandma guiding him, Jacob finds the power to remain true to himself, and show his family who he could be.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781773217727

Publisher: Annick Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 June 2023

Country: Canada

Imprint: Annick Press Ltd

Illustration: black a white spot illustration

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Clayton Nguyen

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 184.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 128

About the Author

LINDA TRINH is a Vietnamese Canadian author who writes fiction and non-fiction for children and adults. She lives with her family in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

CLAYTON NGUYEN is a Vietnamese artist born in Ottawa and currently based in Toronto, Ontario.

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