What a beautiful story! I just love it! Following Chengli - the Camel Boy - along the Silk Road from Chang'an (today's Xian) in Master Fong's caravan was quite a journey! It was quite a feat to arrive safely and soundly, because dangers and perils lurked behind every grain of sand. The integrity and fortitude that the lowly "Skinny One" exerted in caring for beast and princess alike was heart warming. Seeing the mountains, oasis, bustling towns and more, through Chengli's eyes in BCE times one could feel the excitement, see and hear the sights and sounds vividly, and smell the smells of ancient China, titillatingly. If anyone loves ancient history and the lore of China, this book is for you. Children and adults alike will find great affinity towards Chengli and friends (but watch out for the enemies), I feel quite sure of it!
~Eunice C., Reviewer/Blogger~
July 2022
Disclaimer: This is my honest opinion based on the review copy sent by Net Galley and the Thomas Nelson Publishers.
Thank you for sharing
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