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Lyrical, imagery-rich text . . . Patterned mixed-media illustrations use color to evoke the lushness of Venezuela, the darkness of war, and the beauty of music. Concluding with a historical note, the biography’s vibrant images and language form a melodious composition.
Horn Book Magazine
"Engle’s writing shines through powerful descriptions and connections between music and feelings. López’s vivid illustrations expertly alternate between lush, vibrant hues, and gray, muted depictions of darker times; they evoke characters and historical settings with absorbing detail."
Booklist
Lyrical, imagery-rich text . . . Patterned mixed-media illustrations use color to evoke the lushness of Venezuela, the darkness of war, and the beauty of music. Concluding with a historical note, the biography’s vibrant images and language form a melodious composition.
JANUARY 2021 - AudioFile
The magic of music enchants in this audio biography of world-renowned pianist Teresa Carreño’s childhood. Almarie Guerra’s gentle, reassuring narration transports the listener to Teresa’s idyllic days playing the piano in Venezuela, followed by her flight from a revolution and arrival in New York City during the Civil War. Guerra beautifully voices Margarita Engle’s lyrical prose and captures this little girl’s courage in the face of adversity and determination to better the world through the unifying power of making music with her “dancing hands.” Guerra’s pacing is just right for admiring the companion picture book’s stunning illustrations, or for simply listening to the subtle ambient sounds and captivating musical score throughout this inspirational story. A historical footnote provides further details on Carreño’s lifetime achievements. S.A.A. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine
