A review by thebrookelist
Our Only May Amelia by Jennifer L. Holm

3.0

The kids listened to the audiobook about rambunctious May Amelia and got a big kick out of her. Lily was especially drawn to the spunky little girl with so many brothers, wishing against all wishes for a baby sister. She was broken-hearted when the baby died, and loved on Elle a little more that day. I loved it a little less, but mostly because it was a bit slow and sometimes the small stories and happenings didn’t fit a clear story arc like I wanted them to. The ending was wildly rushed and I couldn’t believe it was wrapping up when it did. I think Lily and the boys learned some about brothers and sisters taking care of one another, and enjoyed it a bit more because of the similarities to Boston Jane.