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hannahgunther's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A candidly funny coming-of-age story that will give readers a window into the turn of the century, Jewish culture, and womanhood.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
Some light language and uncomfortable but short and not graphic encounters in dating. Nothing close door, just men being nasty.vlreid's review against another edition
4.0
This is a wonderful historical fiction book which covers the life of Addie Baum as told to her granddaughter in 1985. Addie was born in 1900 and lived in Boston with her Jewish immigrant parents and two older sisters. It is a character-driven story of Addie wanting to explore the world, go to school and college, and make a life for herself outside of the small apartment and neighborhood she grew up in. Although it deals with some very serious subjects, they are dealt with compassion and understanding. I'm looking forward to discussing this book next week at book club.
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wannabaudrey's review against another edition
3.75
Didn’t really see much point of the book. The narration helped the score.
jennifer9317's review against another edition
Loved this book. The audiobook makes it so interesting
amymco2's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
mrsginthelibrary's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
drusmilford's review against another edition
4.0
Loved this book. The first half of the book, I was completely immersed and part of the book. Enjoyed the second half but not as much. Besides growing up in the area, an enjoyable read.
librarygurl's review against another edition
4.0
I get why people I know like it, but it didn't wow me. I feel like this is the story my great-grandmother and grandmother would have enjoyed (and probably my mother as well).