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A review by seabird17
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is one of the most beautiful books I have ever read. It has instantly become one of my favorite books of all time, and it is a book that I believe I will come back to periodically for the rest of my life. I have never read a book that showcases the human experience better than this book does.
Moderate: Alcoholism, Classism, Grief, Addiction, Death of parent, Infertility, Miscarriage, Racism, Sexism, Misogyny, and Sexual assault