Naming Maya
Farrar Straus and Giroux, 2004
“Both setting and protagonist are entirely memorable, and difficult to leave behind.” Kirkus Reviews
“Krishnaswami evokes the “maddening, dazzling place” with rich, poetic imagery, and she beautifully captures Maya’s shift from anger that “has simmered so long it has become a friend” to appreciation, understanding, and love.” Booklist
“Maya’s beautifully written, heartwarming story will surely become a “two-gift” for young readers–you keep some, you give some away–whether they share Maya’s experiences or simply empathize with them.” CLCD
