Auntie Luce’s Talking Paintings

In a tender story inspired by famed Haitian artist Luce Turnier, an American girl recounts her experiences visiting her Auntie Luce in Haiti each winter. Meeting the family at the airport, Luce—a painter—is shown dressed in pink with bangles on both wrists. After a drive through the vibrant Haitian streets, the family arrives at her house, surrounded by verdant green. There, the child’s aunt shares stories of Haiti’s past (“the truth is a hard thing to untangle”) and shows the girl her paintings of “Haiti’s heroes.” Daley brings intimacy to the spreads, filling them with splashy tones and arresting framed portraits. An illuminating author’s note speaks about the Haitian revolution and the importance of remembering forgotten figures. Ages 5–8. (Oct.)