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Over A Thousand Hills I Walk With You

Hanna Jansen
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Over A Thousand Hills I Walk With You

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006

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Hanna Jansen

Over A Thousand Hills I Walk With You

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

342

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Rwanda • 1990s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Over a Thousand Hills I Walk With You by Hanna Jansen tells the true story of Jeanne d’Arc Umubyeyi, called Dédé, who, at the age of eight, survived the Rwandan genocide. She shares her memories of her family, living through the chaos, and the horror of the massacre. Rescued and later adopted by Jansen, Dédé grapples with trauma but finds support in her new life in Germany.

Dark

Emotional

Mysterious

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.2

610 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Over A Thousand Hills I Walk With You by Hanna Jansen is widely praised for its poignant storytelling and emotive portrayal of a young girl's journey through the Rwandan genocide. While many commend its powerful narrative and educational value, some critique its pacing and emotional intensity. The book remains a vital, thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read Over A Thousand Hills I Walk With You?

Readers who would appreciate Over A Thousand Hills I Walk With You by Hanna Jansen are likely fans of poignant, historical narratives. Similar to those who enjoyed The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne or Inside Out & Back Again by Thanhhà Lai, they prefer stories that explore resilience, identity, and history through the eyes of young protagonists.

4.2

610 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

342

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Rwanda • 1990s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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