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4.49 AVERAGE
4.49 AVERAGE
Caudill #2 - I really like this story and I learned a lot. I wish I read a book like this when I was in 7th grade so that I was more aware of my privilege in the US
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
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
An interesting story about a part of history I know little about.
Incredible book, doesn't read like a middle grade novel either.
A sometimes gut-punching portrayal of a part of history, I hadn’t known about. The duel narrative interrupts what could be an otherwise overwhelming account of the Ukrainian famine in the 1930s.
Three Ukranian cousins from a familly town apart by Stalin's man made famine, and one grandson unraveling the story.
The chapters bounce between 4 different points of view.
I got a little confused following who was who.
Cried a lot at the end.
Themes: Ukraine, famine, survivors guild, journalism
The chapters bounce between 4 different points of view.
I got a little confused following who was who.
Cried a lot at the end.
Themes: Ukraine, famine, survivors guild, journalism
4.5 stars - Really connected story telling through three points of view about a historical tragedy that is not wide known. It is clear that the author has a deep connection to the history through her own family, which she explains at the end.
It took me some time to get into the rhythm of this book, but once I did it was a very quick read.
I should have seen the plot twist coming near the end of the book -- what a masterful job by Marsh executing this.
I am amazed at how Marsh was able to carry such heavy topics and make them so accessible for a young audience.
I should have seen the plot twist coming near the end of the book -- what a masterful job by Marsh executing this.
I am amazed at how Marsh was able to carry such heavy topics and make them so accessible for a young audience.
challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated