Reviewed by Divine Zape for Readers' Favorite

In My Daughter Natasha: Discovering Life’s Hard Truths One Street at A Time, Artie Dimanche chronicles a week-long journey undertaken by Arthur, a college professor, and his precocious five-year-old daughter, Natasha, as they traverse their city, exploring everyday locations and discovering profound life lessons. The narrative is structured around settings such as the subway, zoo, museums, and restaurants, each offering a backdrop for engaging dialogues filled with Natasha's innocent questions. Together, they navigate the intricacies of the adult world, touching on themes of social norms, hard work, kindness, and critical thinking, all while spending quality father-daughter time and deepening their bond.

Artie Dimanche has written a book that every adult should read — imaginative and knowledgeable. Arthur is a patient teacher who uses his daughter’s curiosity to help her understand life and bond with her. Natasha is a curious child, emblematic of unfiltered childhood innocence. Her questions often reflect a blend of curiosity and insight, pushing her father to ponder complex issues he might not have considered suitable for her age. The parent and teacher, Arthur, must exercise patience and creativity to answer her queries. The juxtaposition of their experiences illustrates more profound lessons about empathy, responsibility, and the importance of open dialogue between generations. Key characters, including Grandpa Burt and Uncle Bobby, contribute to Natasha's understanding of adult responsibilities, politics, and life. My Daughter Natasha underlines the importance of acknowledging that life is not merely black and white but a patchwork of experiences, emotions, and perspectives. The urban setting offers a backdrop for exploration and serves as a character, reflecting modern life's challenges and wonders. This is a beautiful work, filled with symbolic artwork.