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THAT EASTER SUNDAY
A Story of Resilience, Friendship, and Hope
Follow in the footsteps of Vibhu, a little church mouse, as he remembers a difficult time in his life.
Vibhu and his friends are caught in the Easter Sunday bomb attack in Sri Lanka as they observe the Mass from their mouse hole. Amid the chaos, Vibhu realizes that his best friend, Seha, is missing. He makes his way through the debris and faces many obstacles in his search for his friend. The story recalls the events of that tragic day and the aftermath of the attacks through the eyes of these little mice. We follow Vibhu as he learns to deal with tragedy, loss, and grief. We see how some step forward to assist their fellow-creatures while others hide away in fear.
On 21 April 2019, Easter Sunday, three churches in Sri Lanka and three luxury hotels in the commercial capital, Colombo, were targeted in a series of coordinated Islamic terrorist suicide bombings. 259 people were killed, including at least 45 foreign nationals and three police officers, and at least 500 were injured.
This book is written in memory of that horrifying day, when we awoke to celebrate the Ressurection of Jesus Christ, only to realize that hundreds had died while celebrating Holy Mass.
I remember the absolute shock we all experienced as the news reports rolled in that day. My main aim in writing this book is to ensure that those who lost their lives will never be forgotten. I also hope that this story will give both children and adults who read it a sense of catharsis and strengthen their faith in humanity and God.
I know the story has strong Christian overtones, but I feel it can be read by anyone of any ethnicity or religion. The days following the bombings were dark and desperate, and I hope we never return to such a juncture as a nation ever again.
100% of profits will benefit the victims of the Easter Sunday Attacks who are still in need of assistance.
Thank you for your support.
"The linguistic style is simple yet expressive of the fear and sadness that gripped everyone on that occasion, and the sentiments of sorrow and sharing that animated their minds and hearts. Yet, the author shows how this saddest experience challenged everyone to aspire for the noblest of goals in life: the resolve to rise from the ashes of tragedy to true fraternity, care, and concern for others." His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith (Cardinal of the Catholic Church, Sri Lanka)
Follow in the footsteps of Vibhu, a little church mouse, as he remembers a difficult time in his life.
Vibhu and his friends are caught in the Easter Sunday bomb attack in Sri Lanka as they observe the Mass from their mouse hole. Amid the chaos, Vibhu realizes that his best friend, Seha, is missing. He makes his way through the debris and faces many obstacles in his search for his friend. The story recalls the events of that tragic day and the aftermath of the attacks through the eyes of these little mice. We follow Vibhu as he learns to deal with tragedy, loss, and grief. We see how some step forward to assist their fellow-creatures while others hide away in fear.
On 21 April 2019, Easter Sunday, three churches in Sri Lanka and three luxury hotels in the commercial capital, Colombo, were targeted in a series of coordinated Islamic terrorist suicide bombings. 259 people were killed, including at least 45 foreign nationals and three police officers, and at least 500 were injured.
This book is written in memory of that horrifying day, when we awoke to celebrate the Ressurection of Jesus Christ, only to realize that hundreds had died while celebrating Holy Mass.
I remember the absolute shock we all experienced as the news reports rolled in that day. My main aim in writing this book is to ensure that those who lost their lives will never be forgotten. I also hope that this story will give both children and adults who read it a sense of catharsis and strengthen their faith in humanity and God.
I know the story has strong Christian overtones, but I feel it can be read by anyone of any ethnicity or religion. The days following the bombings were dark and desperate, and I hope we never return to such a juncture as a nation ever again.
100% of profits will benefit the victims of the Easter Sunday Attacks who are still in need of assistance.
Thank you for your support.
"The linguistic style is simple yet expressive of the fear and sadness that gripped everyone on that occasion, and the sentiments of sorrow and sharing that animated their minds and hearts. Yet, the author shows how this saddest experience challenged everyone to aspire for the noblest of goals in life: the resolve to rise from the ashes of tragedy to true fraternity, care, and concern for others." His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith (Cardinal of the Catholic Church, Sri Lanka)
56 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 29, 2020
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August 23, 2020
I totally loved this book. I just wish more authors would write children's books about life changing things. This book is about the Easter bombing in another country. I wish more authors write books about the 9/11, and about Sally Ride. There are things that is part of history that no one ever talks to their children about. For me that is so important.Young adults, Middle school and even children need to learn this and understand. This book does exactly that.
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April 19, 2020I admire the author for taking a real life tragedy and using it to teach lessons of hope, friendship and the meaning of family to children everywhere. This book literally took me back to that day but in a way I never expected. The tenderness of Ari and Vibhu’s relationship is heartwarming; you’ll love to share this book with your little ones. This book is a definite must read!
March 20, 2020
What moving story!
This book offers a look into tragedy and recovery. The authors helps the reader understand that bad things happen and although we must not forget we cannot live in the past either.
This book offers a look into tragedy and recovery. The authors helps the reader understand that bad things happen and although we must not forget we cannot live in the past either.
March 12, 2020
Cute
A cute story. Simple and easy for young kids to enjoy. Ages 4 - 7. And question about the story at the end.
A cute story. Simple and easy for young kids to enjoy. Ages 4 - 7. And question about the story at the end.
April 23, 2021
I Liked this book very much and was able to read it from the very beginning to the very end.
I thought the storyline was very well done and made the story jump in my opinion.
I thought the characters were very instrumental to the whole story in my opinion.
I got this book for free with an honest review, freely given.
I thought the storyline was very well done and made the story jump in my opinion.
I thought the characters were very instrumental to the whole story in my opinion.
I got this book for free with an honest review, freely given.
October 8, 2021
Was very hesitant to read it because I felt like it would be like Wave by Sonali Deraniyagala. Which was good but very painful to read. Also I hadn't spoken to my son about the Easter Sunday attacks. But he really enjoyed it and liked hearing about the story from the point of view of the church mouse.
Definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to talk about the attacks with young kids.
Definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to talk about the attacks with young kids.
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