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What if one decision changed everything you thought you knew about home, family, and belonging?In The Move That Changed Everything, Melvin W. shares the true story of his family's unexpected journey from Belgium to Turkey-a move that transformed their lives in ways they never imagined. From culture shock and classroom mischief to financial struggle and stray animals that became family, this coming-of-age memoir is full of warmth, humor, and emotional truth.
Told through the eyes of a young boy, this is a story about sacrifice, survival, and the unbreakable bond of family-even when everything else falls apart. If you love memoirs like The Glass Castle or Born a Crime, you'll connect deeply with this honest and heartfelt debut.