Author: Jacqueline Woodson
Genre: YA, Standalone
Published: 1995
Personal Rating: 3.5/5 (good)
Yearly Count: 136
Marie and Lena, two 8th grade girls that have little in common, discover that neither of them have a mother in their life.
This story delves into the emotions and results of their commonality. Also, race, abuse and friendship play a big role. I don't think this was a powerful, statement-making book, but I was drawn in right away and kept listening. Woodson's ability to develop sound characters that speak from the heart is demonstrated once again.
I really want to try one of Woodson's books since she does characters so well.
ReplyDeleteBermudaonion ~ I have liked her work very much. My first ever was a picture book and was impressed.
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