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goodem9199's review against another edition
4.0
I've never been over the moon for CP Curtis, but this book really charmed me. I think it has something to do with the fact that one Miz Bhani Turpin narrated the audio. I loved, loved, loved the character of Deza.
edshara's review against another edition
3.0
For the most part this was enjoyable. I had mixed feelings about different parts of the plot. I also wasn’t the biggest fan of how some things wrapped up. So while this was easy to read, I found that it was just okay.
thejpearson's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
book_concierge's review against another edition
4.0
In [b:Bud, Not Buddy|12895116|Bud, Not Buddy|Christopher Paul Curtis|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1320417133s/12895116.jpg|358453], Bud met a precocious girl at a camp next to a railroad track near Flint, Michigan. That girl was Deza Malone and this is her story.
It’s the Great Depression, and times are hard in Gary, Indiana, where the Malone family lives. Mr Malone has a hard time finding work; the few jobs available don’t go to black men like him. He makes the difficult decision to leave for Flint, Michigan, where he’s heard there may be a job. But when the family doesn’t hear from him for weeks, Mrs Malone decides to take Deza and her older brother Jimmie, and go looking for him.
I just love Deza Malone! She’s smart, courageous, resilient and big-hearted. The family’s journey is perilous at times, and Mrs Malone’s worry is well-founded. But they also have moments of joy, and meet with kindness and compassion from total strangers. There are many twists and turns in their journey, but they continue on despite any setbacks, certain that their destination is “a place called Wonderful” and that together, they will make it there.
Middle-grade readers will learn some history and how people dealt with homelessness, hunger and racism in that era. Curtis also give a strong message on the power of family unity, of working together for a common goal, and of never giving up your dreams.
It’s the Great Depression, and times are hard in Gary, Indiana, where the Malone family lives. Mr Malone has a hard time finding work; the few jobs available don’t go to black men like him. He makes the difficult decision to leave for Flint, Michigan, where he’s heard there may be a job. But when the family doesn’t hear from him for weeks, Mrs Malone decides to take Deza and her older brother Jimmie, and go looking for him.
I just love Deza Malone! She’s smart, courageous, resilient and big-hearted. The family’s journey is perilous at times, and Mrs Malone’s worry is well-founded. But they also have moments of joy, and meet with kindness and compassion from total strangers. There are many twists and turns in their journey, but they continue on despite any setbacks, certain that their destination is “a place called Wonderful” and that together, they will make it there.
Middle-grade readers will learn some history and how people dealt with homelessness, hunger and racism in that era. Curtis also give a strong message on the power of family unity, of working together for a common goal, and of never giving up your dreams.
gmamartha's review against another edition
4.0
This lived up to my expectations, although Depression-era setting makes me sad.
misspippireads's review against another edition
5.0
Christopher Paul Curtis shares the story of the Malone family through the eyes of their twelve-year-old "darling daughter Deza." The listener (or reader) jumps in their story during the Great Depression in Gary, Indiana. The Malone's are making their way, but troubles are just around the corner. Soon the Malones are on the move to Mr. Malone's hometown in Michigan.
I heard the reviews and I know that Curtis is highly acclaimed, but I never listened (or read) his books before this point. This story was brought to my attention because of a book committee. With slightly dragging feet, I found the audio and began to listen. After the first chapter, I was hooked. Curtis weaves an amazing story that wraps around the listener and begs you to keep listening. The Malone's live through tragic and wonderful circumstances during the Great Depression. It's historical fiction at it's best. I wanted to know more after the book ended.
Bahni Turpin narrated Deza's story. She also narrated characters in The Help. She has a great voice and personality for The Mighty Miss Malone characters. It was an excellent narration.
Themes: family, growing-up, moving, The Great Depression, school,
Characters: The Malone Family - Mother/Margaret/Peg, Father/Roscoe, James/Jimmie, Deza
Artwork: --
Author's Note: foreward: and afterward: about the history of the great fight and how the author would like people to use his story: enjoy it and use it as a springboard for more research
Reviewed from a library copy.
I heard the reviews and I know that Curtis is highly acclaimed, but I never listened (or read) his books before this point. This story was brought to my attention because of a book committee. With slightly dragging feet, I found the audio and began to listen. After the first chapter, I was hooked. Curtis weaves an amazing story that wraps around the listener and begs you to keep listening. The Malone's live through tragic and wonderful circumstances during the Great Depression. It's historical fiction at it's best. I wanted to know more after the book ended.
Bahni Turpin narrated Deza's story. She also narrated characters in The Help. She has a great voice and personality for The Mighty Miss Malone characters. It was an excellent narration.
Themes: family, growing-up, moving, The Great Depression, school,
Characters: The Malone Family - Mother/Margaret/Peg, Father/Roscoe, James/Jimmie, Deza
Artwork: --
Author's Note: foreward: and afterward: about the history of the great fight and how the author would like people to use his story: enjoy it and use it as a springboard for more research
Reviewed from a library copy.
owloutstanding's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
megangraff's review against another edition
4.0
I liked Bud Not Buddy better but still a very good book.
shirleytupperfreeman's review against another edition
I wanted to give this 3.5 stars but couldn't figure out how. It's the story of a smart, young, black family trying to make ends meet in Gary, IN and Flint, MI during the Great Depression. The story is told through the eyes of Deza Malone - a girl at the top of her class and determined to stay that way - at least until life gets extremely complicated. Older elementary/young adults will be introduced to the depression, poor families all pitching in as they can, eating buggy oatmeal, homelessness, perseverance, despair and ultimately, hope. The characters are very human - displaying both good and bad characteristics. The photo of the girl on the cover is particularly striking and should draw young readers to the book.
noelnoie's review against another edition
3.0
I listened to this audio book with my 9 year old daughter- we both enjoyed it very much. I was pulled into the saga and turmoil of this family-routing for them all the way. I really appreciate how the book showed that despite color, at the heart of the depression it really was about people!! I wish it didn't take hard times or disasters to bring us together and keep us from forgetting that simple quintessential truth-its out people! I want my daughter to know & understand this. The authors words in the afterward were really moving...