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jamietherebelliousreader's review against another edition
5.0
5 stars. A beautiful and heartfelt conclusion to this series. Addy and her family are finally reunited with Esther and it was so good. Brought tears to my eyes. This series has become some of my absolute favorites. It’s well written and researched and Addy is one of the most endearing and lovable characters ever. I loved this series to pieces from beginning to end.
panda_incognito's review against another edition
4.0
This is one of the first books that I read as a child that made me feel really emotional, and the details of the climax have always been seared into my mind. I was afraid that it wouldn't seem as good to me as an adult, but it was still completely convincing and moving, and I cried.
lemonysnicket's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Why did they have to die? Addy's story makes me sad no child should be born into slavery or taught that they can't live life as carefree as non-coloured folks.
laura_thereflectivebookshelf's review against another edition
4.0
This was a re-read and it held up to the hype of my childhood. Porter does an excellent job of addressing the long-term impacts of slavery in a way that is accessible and appropriate for young children. Addy will always have a very special place in my heart since as 4th graders, my best friend and I wrote to Pleasant Company and demanded that they make a Black doll and about a year later Addy was born! I am sure that others complained as well but as kids, we fully believed that it was all thanks to us!
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