"Excellent job...good as a read-aloud or for beginning readers."
Historical Novel Society
“Be sure to check out this gorgeous, historically accurate story full of compassion, suspense, and bravery.”
The Picture Book Buzz
“This suspenseful and inspiring story is based on real evcents and people…an important part of Jewish history and likely one that young readers aren’t familiar with…perfectly complimented by beautiful, dreamlike illustrations.”
JUDITH Magazine
“What an aboslutely gorgeous historical fiction, rooted in one young girl’s true recollections of Operation Magic Carpet – the harrowing escape of nearly 50,000 Jews from Yemen.”
Diverse jewish Books
"A suspenseful and well-told tale based on a true chapter in Jewish history. It is accompanied by softly colored, richly detailed illustrations that help bring this magical story alive for young readers today."
Jewish Book Council
"A charming book of historical fiction, written for children ages 5 through 8. "
San Diego Jewish World
