The Language of Flowers
Juhi learns the language of flowers while helping her Appa in his flower shop. Can she draw on this knowledge to express her grief when her favorite customer passes away?
Juhi loves helping her Appa sell flowers to the local community. In Appa’s flower shop, Juhi knows the language of love—lilies for affection, irises for hugs and kisses. She knows the language of faith—frangipani for full moon days, red hibiscus for the temple. She knows the language of celebration—daffodils for the newborn, peonies for a birthday cake. But when her Appa tells her that her favorite customer has passed away, she does not know the language of grief. While Appa makes a bouquet of lilies and orchids to bring to Mr. Potter’s funeral, Juhi decides to make him one final bouquet of her own. Which flowers will she choose to remember a man who was always so full of life?
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Reviews
Booklist
“The appealing pictures, done in gouache, show colorful blooms along with patrons celebrating their many milestones.”—Booklist
Kirkus Reviews
“Juhi’s ability to communicate complex emotions in nonverbal ways is a joy to behold. . . . A touching tale of love, community, and expression.”—Kirkus Reviews