The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir

The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir Book is a national bestseller and an American Book Award Winner that you won't want to miss. From debut author, Thi Bui, this beautifully illustrated and emotional story will take you on a journey through one family's escape from war-torn Vietnam. It has been recognized as a 2017 National Book Critics Circle (NBCC) Finalist, ABA Indies Introduce Winter/Spring 2017 Selection, and ALA 2018 Notable Books Selection. Experience the anguish of immigration and the lasting effects of displacement firsthand in this evocative memoir.

Immerse yourself in the story of Thi Bui's family as they navigate the challenges of building new lives after the fall of South Vietnam in the 1970s. Witness their daring escape and the struggles they faced in their search for a better future. Through the intimate lens of a first-time mother, Bui explores the universal struggle of parenthood and the sacrifices, unnoticed gestures, and unspoken love that come with it. This book will leave you touched and inspired by the strength of family, the significance of identity, and the meaning of home.

Prepare yourself for hauntingly poetic writing and breathtaking artwork as Thi Bui uncovers the depths of her journey to understanding. Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Viet Thanh Nguyen describes it as "a book to break your heart and heal it." Allow The Best We Could Do to transport you to another time and place, as you witness the longing for a simpler past alongside the search for a better future. Don't miss out on this remarkable memoir that will leave a lasting impact on your heart.

Ready to embark on this emotional journey? Get your copy of The Best We Could Do today and discover why critics and readers alike can't stop raving about this extraordinary book.