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Just Shine! is not your typical biography. It goes through the life of the author, Sonia Sotomayor’s mother, Celine. While Celine is not someone famous that readers would know about, her life is presented with love and the positive qualities that we can all learn from. Written for children, the harder aspects of her life are not omitted, but are softened, and the word choice is age-appropriate for young readers. The illustrations are rich in color and sometimes seem to be happening right then, and other times, you can tell they are memories. Overall, this loving tribute highlights how to lead a caring and full life.