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mysterymom40's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Violence, Racial slurs, Racism, Bullying, and Slavery
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Physical abuse
Minor: Pregnancy
olbeelaine's review against another edition
challenging
tense
medium-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
4.5
aliciasirois's review against another edition
4.0
This book made me think a lot about judging and how even today we still have a problem with people judging other people. It was nice to see the story told from a point of view that is not usually represented, and it was not complaining about the situation, just stating it as facts. I think I was able to be more sympathetic because of that.
rich2023's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
sad
5.0
This is a great book and should be a mandatory read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Physical abuse, and Racial slurs
brb_reads's review against another edition
5.0
Not sure how I’ve never heard of this book but this book blew me away, despite the terrible cover. So glad that didn’t turn me away. I want to read the entire series right away and can’t wait until the next one shows up. At 400 pages, it’s not a short read but it’s so well-developed and you cannot help but root for Paul-Edward from the first page. Absolutely worth the read. Make sure to read the author’s note at the end, as well.
lesbrary's review against another edition
4.0
This was really interesting, especially after reading the author's note that mentioned how much is true to her great-grandparents' story. I've been thinking about this as an alternative recommendation for Little House On the Prairie readers: a similar kind of survivalism and love for the land, but with racial commentary and education instead of just plain racism. Definitely looking forward to reading Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry.
(I was going to take off a star for what I thought was an obvious plot twist that I saw coming, but I'm adding it back because it was actually their real life, so I can't fault reality for plot problems. Also I like my queer interpretation of it.)
(I was going to take off a star for what I thought was an obvious plot twist that I saw coming, but I'm adding it back because it was actually their real life, so I can't fault reality for plot problems. Also I like my queer interpretation of it.)
dude_watchin_with_the_brontes's review against another edition
3.0
I really liked Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry, so I was hoping to really like this book, too. I liked it alright, but as a whole, I was kind of disappointed.
I felt really invested in the characters and the story for about the first half, but after the horse race in Texas, the book really seemed to lose steam, and it was only my interest in the characters from the first half of the book that kept me going to the end. In particular, I found the dialogue in the latter half of the book to drag on so much, that I wished I had a paper copy instead instead of the audiobook, so I could skim it.
In terms of historical accuracy:
On the one hand, I appreciate all the research Taylor did, giving so many details about how life was like in the decades after the Civil War. I found that part enjoyable, and edifying.
On the other hand, while it may be historically accurate, I found the extremely frequent use of the N-word to be incredibly jarring. I would have a hard time recommending this book on the (really, extremely frequent) use of that word alone.
I felt really invested in the characters and the story for about the first half, but after the horse race in Texas, the book really seemed to lose steam, and it was only my interest in the characters from the first half of the book that kept me going to the end. In particular, I found the dialogue in the latter half of the book to drag on so much, that I wished I had a paper copy instead instead of the audiobook, so I could skim it.
In terms of historical accuracy:
On the one hand, I appreciate all the research Taylor did, giving so many details about how life was like in the decades after the Civil War. I found that part enjoyable, and edifying.
On the other hand, while it may be historically accurate, I found the extremely frequent use of the N-word to be incredibly jarring. I would have a hard time recommending this book on the (really, extremely frequent) use of that word alone.
mrs_bookdragon's review
5.0
The first book in the Logan’s Family Saga was powerful. I have only read Roll of Thunder, and this book was just as good. It also broke my heart, but left me with hope-especially knowing where the family is in book 4 with their independence and land. But this beginning was tough-as would be historically accurate-and is a must read to understand post-slavery and reconstruction times in the south.
live2readbookluva's review
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-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
4.75