A review by pinotconnoir
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith

emotional hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.5

Gorgeous and timeless tale of growing up.  Big love for the Nolan family and for their little corner of Brooklyn. A nostalgic read, though I haven’t read it before, it felt familiar.  The style was very simple and not flowery and for some reason that just truly worked.  Like a good loaf of bread. No frills.  I can see why this novel endures.  I imagine I’ll revisit it.  Charming, heartfelt, honestly very dear book.