We Think You Should Live Somewhere Else

Two young girls from different backgrounds become unlikely friends in 1970s Vienna. Regina lives in a respectable apartment building with her mother, while Juliana and her Yugoslav immigrant family rent rooms in the basement. The stark contrast between the two families' living conditions and social status creates tension in the building. Regina and Juliana's friendship faces obstacles from prejudiced neighbors and parents who believe the families should not mix. The story follows Regina as she navigates between loyalty to her friend and pressure from her community. Her experiences force her to confront discrimination and question the attitudes of those around her. This children's novel addresses themes of social inequality and xenophobia through the perspective of youth. The narrative highlights how children can recognize and resist prejudice even when it comes from trusted adults.

There are not enough internet reviews to create a summary of this book. Instead, here is a summary of reviews of Christine Nöstlinger's overall work: Readers appreciate Nöstlinger's honest portrayal of family conflicts and her respect for children's intelligence. Parents and teachers note that her books help children process complex emotions and social issues through humor. On Goodreads, "Conrad: The Factory-Made Boy" maintains a 4.1/5 rating across 2,000+ reviews. Readers praise the book's quirky premise and its commentary on conformity. One reader notes: "The absurd situation becomes a perfect lens for examining parent-child relationships." Some readers find her use of Viennese dialect challenging in translation. Others mention that certain social references feel dated, particularly in her 1970s works. Common criticism focuses on pacing issues, with several Amazon reviewers noting that some stories start slowly before finding their rhythm. Average ratings across platforms: Goodreads: 3.9/5 (across all works) Amazon: 4.2/5 LibraryThing: 3.8/5 Most recommended titles by readers: - Conrad: The Factory-Made Boy - Fiery Frederica - Fly Away Home

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🏠 Christine Nöstlinger wrote this young adult novel in German, with its original title being "Wir pfeifen auf den Gurkenkönig" (We Don't Care About the Cucumber King). 📚 The book tackles serious themes of discrimination and prejudice through the lens of housing discrimination, making complex social issues accessible to young readers. 🏆 Nöstlinger won the Hans Christian Andersen Award in 1984, often called the "Little Nobel Prize for Literature," for her lasting contribution to children's literature. 🌍 The story reflects real-life housing discrimination issues in 1970s Austria, where certain groups were often told they "should live somewhere else" based on their ethnicity or social status. ✍️ Christine Nöstlinger wrote over 100 books throughout her career and was known for addressing social issues in her work while maintaining a sense of humor that appealed to young readers.