Hundred Years of Happiness

Illustrated by Nguyen Quang and Kim Lien

A granddaughter and grandfather grow a special fruit to spark a grandmother's lost memories.

4.2 Goodreads · 423 ratings

32 pages· 786 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud· ~650L

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Bookroo's summary

An's grandmother, Bà, is lost in memories. An and her grandfather, Ông, plant gấc seeds, hoping to recreate Bà's favorite wedding dish, xôi gấc, and revive her cherished past. As they nurture the garden, will the fruit of their labor bring back a hundred years of happiness? This tender tale of love and patience unfolds in a vibrant Vietnamese family setting, where the power of food and memories intertwine.

From the publisher

A stunning picture book debut, showcasing the love between grandparents and grandchildren, the challenges of memory loss, and the joy that sweet reminders of a faraway home can bring, from award-winning, bestselling author Thanhhà Lại.This sweet and emotional picture book will resonate with readers who love A Big Mooncake for Little Star, Ladder to the Moon, and Thank You, Omu!An’s grandmother Bà sometimes gets trapped in her cloudy memories. An and her grandfather, Ông, come up with a plan to bring her back to a happy moment: they grow gấc fruits so they can make xôi gấc, Bà’s favorite dish from her wedding in Việt Nam many years ago.An and Ông work together in the garden, nurturing the gấc seeds. They must be patient and wait for the seeds to grow, flower, and turn into fruit. When the xôi gấc is finally ready, An is hopeful that her grandmother will remember her wedding wish with Ông: hundred years of happiness.Striking and vivid illustrations bring this tender story of a loving, intergenerational Vietnamese family to life.

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