Kiki and Jacques

by Susan Ross
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Good Books rating 3.5
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  • ID: 7516
  • Added: 2025-12-14
  • Updated: 2025-12-14
  • ISBN: 9780823434275
  • Published: 2015-01-01
  • Reviews: 3

Kiki and Jacques is a heartwarming tale of friendship and resilience. Eleven-year-old Jacques is facing a tough family situation when he meets Kiki, a cheerful and strong-minded Somali immigrant. Despite their differences, they form a deep bond that helps them overcome various challenges. /n/n The story explores themes of friendship, cultural understanding, and personal growth. It's a touching narrative about how two very different individuals can support each other through difficult times, making it a compelling read for young readers.

Reviews
Unleashing Readers · 2016-03-18
great 4.50

The book is a perfect introduction to refugees for middle grade students. The story works well because it addresses cultural differences and the plight of refugees in a relatable way.

This reviewer thinks the book is a fantastic introduction to the topic of refugees for young readers. They appreciate how the story handles cultural differences and the challenges faced by refugees, making it both educational and engaging. The reviewer also highlights the relatable characters and the engaging narrative that keeps young readers interested. Overall, they believe it's a valuable book for middle grade students to understand and empathize with the refugee experience.

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    Kiki and Jacques is a perfect introduction to refugees for middle grade students.

    What makes the story work so well is that it addresses cultural differences and the plight of refugees in a relatable way.

    The story is engaging and educational, making it a valuable read for young students.

Valerie Lawson's Blog · Valerie Lawson · 2016-02-08
average 2.50

The story was entertaining but predictable, with nothing extraordinary happening. The characters did not feel like they were struggling enough.

Valerie Lawson found the story entertaining but felt it was quite predictable. She didn't feel that the characters were struggling enough, which made the narrative less impactful. While she enjoyed the book, she thought it could have been more engaging with deeper character development and more compelling plot twists. Overall, she found it to be a decent read but not particularly extraordinary.

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    The story was entertaining enough, but fairly predictable and nothing too extraordinary happened.

    I didn't feel the characters struggling.

    It's a decent read but not particularly extraordinary.

About to Mock · 2015-12-29
good 3.50

The book is engaging and never boring, making good use of its small-town setting. It effectively addresses important themes for young readers.

This reviewer enjoyed reading Kiki and Jacques despite some reservations. They found the book engaging and never boring, appreciating how it makes good use of its small-town setting. The reviewer also highlighted how the book effectively addresses important themes for young readers, making it a valuable and enjoyable read. Overall, they believe it's a book that can captivate young readers while teaching them about significant issues.

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    And yet, I enjoyed reading Kiki and Jacques in spite of all that.

    It's never boring, and it gets a lot of mileage out of a setting (small-town Minnesota).

    It effectively addresses important themes for young readers.

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