I'm grateful to Annie Yorty for this endorsement of Wandering Swallow:
From the first to the last page of Wandering Swallow: A Young Girl’s Quest for Freedom, Nancy E. Head captured my attention—and my heart. Her vivid descriptions and masterful storytelling transported me behind the heavy curtain of North Korea’s dictatorship into the life of Hana, a young girl who longs for an unnamed concept—freedom. Head also weaves supporting characters with disabilities into the plot in a way that is real and respectful of their value and abilities. This story is sure to enlighten and inspire both young and mature readers.
Annie Yorty, speaker, podcaster, and author of From Ignorance to Bliss—God’s Heart Revealed through Down Syndrome and 25 Symbols of Christmas: Finding Jesus—A Devotional.
Student Reviews:
Every Friday during the fall of 2023, I read aloud a new installment of Wandering Swallow to my middle school students. One sixth-grade girl told me, “It’s my favorite part of Friday.” Here are some other responses:
Lillie says, “I love how the book is always so exciting. There’s never a moment that is boring.”
Evan says, “I like how it’s mysterious and how its details are so good. I also like how they go everywhere to escape and how Lù kè has so many allies.”
Grady says, “I think that this book is great. I love it. It leaves you on a cliffhanger, so you are always anxious to read more. I think it should be published. It’s great.”
Emma says, “My favorite part is how much detail is in the book. This book is really good and probably one of the best books I’ve ever read. This book is very exciting and nerve-wracking. That’s why I like it.”
Josiah says, “I have not heard or read of a book quite like this one before. I like how it has some biblical references.”
Sophia says, “I really like the book because I usually read other kinds of books, and now I feel like this is the kind of book I enjoy reading. When this book is published and in stores, I will definitely buy it.”
Drake says, “I would love to own a copy of this book.”
Ava says, “I can’t wait to see what happens next.”
Zach says, “Overall, while I am not usually a fan of historical fiction, I find this book quite interesting.”
Trinity says, “I just like the setting, action, and the history behind it all.”
