Pax, Journey Home

Hats off to Sara Pennypacker for topping her first novel, Pax. New characters and a poignant story line create an engrossing, bittersweet tail that can be enjoyed by young and old alike. There are some sad moments, but life has sad moments and it is wise not to sugar coat everything that young people read so they will know that life isn’t always fairytale perfect. There will be bumps in the road. This was why Walt Disney, in his infinite wisdom, had Bambi’s mother die in the fire. He too experienced tragic loss as a child, and it illustrates that young people can cope. It is a life lesson, told in a kind and gentle way which I found pitch perfect. I felt this story was both admirable and endearing. I highly recommend it to all ages.

Wonderful story!

Books 1&2 were such an emotional read! I couldn't put it ddown till I knew what happened next. A very happy ending!

My son loved the first book so we got the second and it does not disappoint!

I'm so glad the author chose to make a sequel.It was just as good as the first though Just as painful to read. i really don't understand how this is a kid's book. i'm a grown woman and I find the book extremely deep and it is so intense and so sad. I know this book is about healing, but I cried so much. I didn't want the story to end. I finished the book in two days. I want more of the story. I wish the author would write more, but she said that was it. 😢

My daughter begged me for this so I got it for her and she loves it!

My eight year old son loves this series- there are some very sad parts you might consider skipping or modifying if you have a sensitive child -(like I do) - these are excellent and contain a lot of wisdom- I also enjoyed them

Granddaughter loved this book