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I read this many years ago in a Readers digest omnibus, and liked it thought I cannot remember much about it now. But if I lijed it then, you can be sure it is worth reading now. Would it be worth going back to it again? Evelyn.

Terri Try the audiobook version. It is the story you loved before, performed brilliantly.

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How do people get past the ugliness about women? From A Tree Grows in Brooklyn: "Remember Joanna. Remember Joanna. Francie could never forget her. From that time on, remembering the stoning women, she hated women."

Marguerite What's to get past? The book is realistic, women can be 'ugly'. Reflecting the stigma of the times about illegitimate babies, some women chose to be h…moreWhat's to get past? The book is realistic, women can be 'ugly'. Reflecting the stigma of the times about illegitimate babies, some women chose to be hateful to Joanna. Francie is presented throughout the book as as a balanced and mentally healthy person, such a person will not go through life hating all women all the time. "From that time on," Francie will hate the cruelty that some women exhibit. (less)

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Is this a challenging read?

Jim It might not be an easy book for some but based on your books I think you will do fine. It is engrossing and well written. It is well worth it just to…moreIt might not be an easy book for some but based on your books I think you will do fine. It is engrossing and well written. It is well worth it just to understand what life was like then.(less)

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This is not a review but I just read this book and would love to know any recommendations of similar books. I loved this so much. I loved the almost photographic glimpse into history and NYC during that time. Does any one have any suggestions of books that are similar in style? Such a great book.

Elena I suggest you to read Angela's Ashes: A Memoir. It is a 1996 memoir by the Irish-American author Frank McCourt, with various anecdotes and stories of …moreI suggest you to read Angela's Ashes: A Memoir. It is a 1996 memoir by the Irish-American author Frank McCourt, with various anecdotes and stories of his childhood. It details his very early childhood in Brooklyn, New York, but focuses primarily on his life in Limerick, Ireland. It also includes his struggles with poverty and his father's alcoholism.(less)

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Is it an appropriate, challenging enough read for a book club selection for very mature seniors (70-80 yrs )?

Fiona It is a timeless classic that might not be challenging but will be a got nostalgic read. It will perfect for a book club as there is much to discuss.

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