A review by whatchareadingheather
Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan

challenging emotional hopeful informative reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I hadn't read this book since I was a child and I absolutely did not remember how sad it was. Reading this through adult eyes, it's a bit disheartening that many aspects regarding immigration, unionizing, and racism still ring true in today's world. I think this is very much on par with 'The Grapes Of Wrath' in a more digestible way (because obviously this was meant for children's eyes).