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I'm not sure why it has taken me so long to read this amazing book.
Francie Nolan is the oldest child of Irish immigrant parents who have many struggles but will do anything for their children. We follow Francie's family as they change and grow over the years.
Francie is a reader and finds her escape in books and dreams. Her day-to-day experiences allow you to share in her discoveries about life and love.
Why did I love this book?
The writing was breathtaking. The insights that Smith shares through ...more
Francie Nolan is the oldest child of Irish immigrant parents who have many struggles but will do anything for their children. We follow Francie's family as they change and grow over the years.
Francie is a reader and finds her escape in books and dreams. Her day-to-day experiences allow you to share in her discoveries about life and love.
Why did I love this book?
The writing was breathtaking. The insights that Smith shares through ...more
Dec 30, 2012
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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is the classic coming of age story about a poor girl growing up in Brooklyn in the early 20th century. It was a moving story that sucked me in. I love how Smith made the time and place come alive. The characters were great, they all were layered and dimensional. I fell in love with many of the supporting characters, as well as Francie. It is a story about survival, growing up, and moving on. I would definitely recommend it to others.
Wonderful book. I enjoyed it immensely
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