Customer Reviews

10 reviews

• Mary

  This is a wonderful book for children. I bought it for my nieces and nephews. They all liked it very much!

• Beautiful and inspiring book

  This book is such a beautiful and inspiring book. I would recommend this to everyone, especially those with kids because it will teach and inspire them to appreciate what they have.

• Donna Ly

  I bought this book for my kids, nieces, and nephews, and they absolutely love it! They are Vietnamese born in America and this book definitely helps teach them to be more grateful and appreciative!!

• Buu Nguyen

  For over 30 years, the memories of the miserable times under the Vietnamese Communist regime, especially the terrifying moments while attempting to flee Vietnam, have haunted me. I want to forget them, but they resurface as I hold the book “Tears Of Joy” by Nini Le. In just under 30 pages, the book explains why Vietnamese had to leave their homeland, away from their loved ones to embark on a dangerous journey. The journey to flee is not only a search for freedom but also a battle with the past to find hope and look forward to the future. This book is not only for young Vietnamese but also for friends from abroad to understand why over two million Vietnamese live in this country, and why they consider America as their second homeland. I sincerely thank the author of “Tears Of Joy”.

• John N

  Brought the book for my nieces and nephews. They loved it.

• I love all the beautiful pictures and this book is truly inspiring. Even though it’s a children’s book, adults can also read this book. Millions of Vietnamese escaped from Vietnam, risking everything including their lives for freedom and a better opportunity. This book truly captures the hardships of Nini and her family yet gives hope that through hard work and perseverance, you can achieve anything.

• ANH NGUYEN

  I believe this is a true story of NiNi Le's childhood after the Vietnam War. Though " TEARS OF JOY" is for kids, but this is so good book. This book is interesting, therefore I am sure adults also like to read it because this is distress and joy so emotional. Those VietNameses of South, all know what is a hell of upon earth when VietNameses communist extort their country !!! NO FREEDOM, MAKE REPRISALS, TERRORISM .... NiNi Le wrote this book with her deep heart. I love this book so much, my grandchildren really love it. Thank NiNi Le so much, the GOD bless her.

• QuangVinh Le

  I am 11 years old. My aunt gave me this book, I read it and I love it so much. I like these pictures because they are more beautiful. My friends read this book, they love it too.

• Phong

  In this heartfelt and captivating memoir, Nini recounts her family’s escape from Vietnam to America, offering a personal and emotional perspective on the immigrant experience. Growing up in a small apartment in Saigon, the girl and her family faced numerous struggles during the tumultuous post-war years. Her father, seeking a better future, escaped first, leaving his family behind. Later, the author, along with the rest of her family, embarked on their own dangerous boat journey in search of freedom and a new life. The escape from Vietnam is a central and gripping part of the story. The author vividly describes the fear, uncertainty, and danger of their sea journey, drawing readers into the emotional and physical hardships her family faced. Her storytelling makes the reader feel the weight of every decision her family made, from the courage it took to leave their home in Saigon to the terrifying moments on the open water. Once in America, the family settles in Connecticut, where the young girl must start anew. Learning a new language and adjusting to a completely different culture at a young age is no easy task. Her struggles in school, but she worked hard to learn English, are portrayed with great honesty. The narrative takes a hopeful turn when, at the age of 12, her family moves to a larger house with a beautiful garden full of flowers and fruit trees. This house becomes a symbol of their hard-earned stability and success. This new home offers her a sense of peace and belonging, reflecting their progress and resilience after years of struggle. The memoir touches on universal themes of identity, family, and perseverance. The family’s story is one of survival, growth, and the pursuit of a better life, made all the more poignant by the rich details of their personal journey. In conclusion, this memoir is a beautifully written account of a Vietnamese family’s escape from Saigon and their journey to find a new home in America. It offers an intimate and moving portrayal of the challenges immigrants face, from learning a new language to finding a sense of belonging. The author’s resilience and the family’s eventual triumph are both inspiring and deeply touching. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the immigrant experience, and it serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by so many in pursuit of the American dream.

• Alex S

  I love this book! The story is so touching, personal and inspirational. I think children and adults all should read this book because it can teach you a lot about not giving up and through hard work and perseverance you can accomplish anything.

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