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Name: The tangerine tree
Rating: 4 (1 reviews)
Author: Regina Hanson

In *The Tangerine Tree*, young Ida mourns her father's departure from Jamaica, feeling the weight of separation and longing for the family she once took for granted. As Papa announces his move to America to pursue work, Ida's emotions spiral into deep sorrow. In a tender twist, he reveals a hidden secret that alters Ida's perspective and brings a glimmer of hope amid the tension of emigration and familial bonds.

First publish date: 1995

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Regina Hanson

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