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I put off reading this book for years, sure I would be disappointed after hearing so many glowing reviews. My expectations were high and I wasn't sure how I would feel about a book so many others seemed to love. Luckily, this book followed through on its promise and I loved it. It doesn't really have a plot, but it does have strong characters, people who seem real and well-rounded and worthy of my attention. I cared about each little up and down in Francie's life. I held out hope that her little
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I remember that when I originally read A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 16 years ago, it didn't make much of an impression on me. Though I didn't remember the particulars of the story before I re-read it, I'm pretty sure I considered a lot of it boring since not much happens in it. But this time, I fell in love with it. I was riveted by Francie's story, her life, her family. And I'm shocked at how dark and gritty it was especially compared to other coming of age classics. But again, I loved it and am so
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This book..is one of my very very favorites...
I loved it.. I think it is one of those classics we all should read.
I loved it.. I think it is one of those classics we all should read.
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