Reviews

To the Moon and Back for You by E.G. Keller, Emilia Bechrakis Serhant

sparklelys's review against another edition

5.0

Some people wash their socks together and bam, they're pregnant. For others, it's more of a process. Infertility is tough. Fostering and adopting is tough. And pregnancy itself is tough.
It's tough, and it is so worth it. Sometimes we need the reminder of what parents go thru for their kids, even just in the process of getting their kids. Their much loved, very much wanted kids.

owlyreadsalot's review against another edition

3.0

There was a mix of emotions when it came to this book, mainly because of the meaning behind it. Yes, it was moving, and had a lot of what I felt when I was able to have my little ones. But, even so, this didn't seem to be a story for everyone. It's one that might work perfectly for those who have gone through similar situations, an easier and heart-warming way to tell our little ones their beginnings. For others though, it won't be as appealing.

That's having to do with the fact that this story isn't as much for the child, as it is for the parent. Like I said, more geared towards those with similar stories. Because, if we go back to whom these books are for, it's not one a child would really enjoy, or understand (without explanations). For that reason, I can't quite say it's the best book to pick up for a child. It will be a nice addition for some, but not for others. It all depends on your story.

***I received this copy from Random House Books for Young Readers, in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.***

berls's review against another edition

5.0

Oh this book is everything I was hoping it would be when I saw it online. The pictures are beautiful and the words tell so beautifully and simply the feelings any parent who struggled to conceive/deliver/adopt their little ones would want their child to know. It says, I don't just love you, I fought for you and treasure you. You weren't a happy accident, you were wanted. Fiercely. So excited to give this to Dante for Christmas and read it to him for years (and someday he'll even begin to understand what the words mean).

readingthroughtheages's review against another edition

4.0

This book is beautiful, both in words and illustrations. A gift book to give a parent who has waited a long time and perhaps gone through a difficult journey, in order to add a little one to the family.

rmdougherty's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

amageske's review against another edition

4.0

“When the tundra was coldest, I braved it.”

kayla_thebookishmama's review against another edition

5.0

The journey to becoming a mama is so different for every woman. For some it is very difficult with multiple fertility treatments, adoption processes, and some celebrate the birth of a rainbow baby that was long hoped for. This book is the perfect read for anyone who has a struggled to gain the title of a Mama. I definitely became teary-eyed reading this one to my little one. This book would also make a phenomenal shower gift.

bookishrealm's review against another edition

4.0

Okay let me start by saying that I read through some of the reviews after reading this book and I strongly disagree with some of the analysis that say that this isn’t for children and that they wouldn’t understand and that the author just wrote it for herself. First, unless you’ve been through the process of struggling to have a child it’s easy to write off the content of this book. Second, I don’t think it was the authors intention for the child to understand the purpose of this book right away. I think that it’s about teaching our children that as mothers we’re willing to go to the ends of the earth for them. I think when they are older this book will serve as a good place for a conversation opener about the fertility process. I’m all about being mindful of what content we share with growing children; however, I’m also very much about being honest to our children in ways that they can understand. This book doesn’t need to explain the fertility process to a child, it is meant to show the love that a mother has for her child. I think people get bogged down in the idea that you can’t use picture books for older children and that’s just not true. This book is versatile and can be used for a variety of ages. The conversations that are developed around this book can be changed and tailored to the age of the child.


Anyway, I really enjoyed it. I wish it was a little longer but the abstract artwork and beautiful colors fit the story brilliantly. I’m slowly becoming a fan of picture books that appear to use some form of watercolor for the basis of the artwork. The language is poetic and beautiful. And while I didn’t have fertility issues in conceiving my daughter I did have to give birth to her alone as a single mother and it was the most difficult thing I went through but I would do it all over again just to have her. I really connected to this author and I look forward to seeing more of her work.