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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is another classic that I've always heard about, but never read - until now! And it's another one that I wish I had read sooner! If someone told me that this was an autobiography, I would believe it. It was extremely believable and well-written. Betty Smith completely drew me into Francie Nolan's world. I feel like I was there and lived that life with her - which is amazing because my life and experiences are very different from Francie's world as a poor young girl growi
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I read this sometime in my teens and honestly don't remember much about it, positive or negative, so I will rate it 3 stars.
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I remember reading this book, years ago, when I was still a student. I know that I really liked it.
Read this for book club, it was awesome. I can't believe I'd never read it before now. It's a really simple story about a girl growing up in Brooklyn but the descriptions are great, so detailed. Definitely worth checking out if you've never read it.
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