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The Door to the Spirit World (US Edition) - (Youngho and Chadori) by B K Chu (Hardcover)

The Door to the Spirit World (US Edition) - (Youngho and Chadori) by  B K Chu (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>A humorous, yet heartwarming Christmas tale of family and friendship, it depicts how the eponymous heroes come to enter the realm of spirits. Full-color illustrations. US English Edition.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>A humorous, yet heartwarming Christmas tale of family and friendship, </strong>The Door to the Spirit World</em> is the first book in the Youngho and Chadori </em>trilogy. Full-color illustrations. The back material includes the Preview of Book II, Discussion Points and Youngho and Chadori quiz. </p><p><br></p><p>It's December and Christmas is just around the corner. Twelve-year-old Youngho is a Korean boy with a unique talent: he can get himself in more trouble than anyone-faster, deeper, and messier each time. Chadori is his dog from Bristol, England. Chance brought the two together and now they are inseparable. But Youngho's simple and happy life begins to crumble after his grandpa passes away. Life just isn't the same anymore. <strong>Little does he know, however, that he is in for an incredible surprise. An extraordinary gift awaits him-a miracle that will change him forever ... </strong></p><p><br></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p><strong>"weirdly wonderful ... Chu has poured a lot of love and energy and goodwill into her story ... refreshingly original."</strong></p><p><em>IndieReader </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Chu builds on the Dickensian tradition of a Christmas ghost story ... [her] whimsical, doodle-y illustrations have energy, a goofy sweetness, and a rich palette, nicely reflecting the season</strong> ... <strong>An unusual and effective linking of grief with a cross-cultural celebration of Christmas."</strong></p><p><em>Kirkus Reviews</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>"a journey about friendship, family, love, grief and resilience ... [it] explores emotions and fears common to middle graders in a fun, light and yet very intelligent way. Very well developed and written. The illustrations are also full of humour and personality."</strong></p><p><em>Reedsy Discovery</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Absolutely magical and full of fantasy."</strong></p><p> Dhyana Doshi, 11, Mumbai, India</p><p><br></p><p><strong> "An inspiring story with lots of fun details."</strong></p><p> Andrew Noah Na, 12, New Jersey, USA</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Creative and humorous ... relevant to [my] age."</strong></p><p> Elliot Kim, 13, San Diego, USA</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I liked this book very much ... [I] totally recommend it!"</strong></p><p> Dylan D'Ulisse, 13, San Diego, USA</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"A beautiful story sure to mesmerize both children and adults alike."</strong></p><p> Jacqueline André, Retired Teacher, Grenoble, France</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"[The illustrations] are incredibly well done and add humour and beauty to the book."</strong></p><p>Joanna Booth, Book Editor, Bristol, England</p><br>

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