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This story is a deeply moving historical novel. It depicts the struggles of the Dust Bowl era, a time in American history that I was previously unfamiliar with, having attended school in Germany. This made me go down a rabbit hole of research and the books that get you to do that are the best ones! I partially listened to this on audio and for those who enjoy a great audiobook, I highly recommend you check it out. It includes an insightful segment at the end featuring an interview with both the
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Kristin Hannah books always leave me conflicted. The main character, Elsa, annoyed me in the first half of the book. She whined for the first 200 pages about the difficult roadtrip to California, and then when they finally leave, the entire trip takes about a chapter. That was it?
The second half of the book got better. I wish the author had used some of the 450 pages to lengthen the ending. I felt like it ended abruptly (but also not soon enough?) and did not affect me the way it intended. The b ...more
The second half of the book got better. I wish the author had used some of the 450 pages to lengthen the ending. I felt like it ended abruptly (but also not soon enough?) and did not affect me the way it intended. The b ...more
Where do I begin??? I absolutely loved this, definitely worth reading again. It’s a mother / daughter story that takes place during the Great Depression and during the dust bowl. Make sure to have your tissues handy towards the end of the book. I’m really sad this story is over. If I could give this story more than 5 stars I would.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️5/5 Stars (Outstanding)
OUTSTANDING story of a woman’s struggle to achieve the American dream. The story is thought provoking and one that stays with you.
OUTSTANDING story of a woman’s struggle to achieve the American dream. The story is thought provoking and one that stays with you.
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