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In his work with the Have Faith Haiti Orphanage in Port-au-Prince, Mitch Albom encounters Chika, a young girl whose mother died during childbirth. With a newborn brother left behind, the orphanage becomes her home. When Albom learns that Chika requires medical treatment unavailable in Haiti, he brings her to the United States in hopes of finding a cure. Throughout the journey, the narrative explores themes of compassion, destiny, and the enduring bond between a mentor and the child he chooses to care for.
The book is a heartfelt autobiography that reflects on Albom’s experiences, the challenges faced by orphans in Haiti, and the impact of hope and kindness in the face of tragedy.
First publish date: 2019
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Mitch Albom
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