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A review by edshara
Copper Sun by Sharon M. Draper
5.0
This book was Amazing!! At times, I had to put it down and walk away, before I could continue. It would have been so easy to focus on the evil that is so present in the book but the author constantly made sure, the reader, understands that the main focus is on "hope" throughout the book.
With everything that Amari witnessed and endured throughout her journey she was able to cling to hope and build necessary friendships. Even though this is a fictional account, I know, that so many of the events in this book are heartbreakingly accurate for the time period. Amari's perseverance and resilience as well as her vulnerable moments were beautifully crafted into an excellent story. I loved how she found her strength even in her weakest moments.
Polly was a breath of fresh air. Her and Amari's friendship reminded me of the friendship between similar characters in one of my favorite books, Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry. I liked the fact that Polly didn't like Amari or other slaves in the beginning, yet overtime, she came to love them and have compassion for them, even though that wasn't the norm at the time.
I would have kept reading, had Ms. Draper had more of the story to tell, however, some of the loose ends were wrapped up. I used my imagination to fill in my other curiosities. I also enjoyed some of the historical information that was given in the book. It was like we got a great story and a small history lesson all in one.
I would say this is a must read. I wouldn't try to find out anymore about this book than the synopsis provides, otherwise, I think you'll lose some of the "Oh My Goodness" factor. But trust me if you like historical fiction or want something diverse to read, READ THIS!! It is excellent!!
With everything that Amari witnessed and endured throughout her journey she was able to cling to hope and build necessary friendships. Even though this is a fictional account, I know, that so many of the events in this book are heartbreakingly accurate for the time period. Amari's perseverance and resilience as well as her vulnerable moments were beautifully crafted into an excellent story. I loved how she found her strength even in her weakest moments.
Polly was a breath of fresh air. Her and Amari's friendship reminded me of the friendship between similar characters in one of my favorite books, Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry. I liked the fact that Polly didn't like Amari or other slaves in the beginning, yet overtime, she came to love them and have compassion for them, even though that wasn't the norm at the time.
I would have kept reading, had Ms. Draper had more of the story to tell, however, some of the loose ends were wrapped up. I used my imagination to fill in my other curiosities. I also enjoyed some of the historical information that was given in the book. It was like we got a great story and a small history lesson all in one.
I would say this is a must read. I wouldn't try to find out anymore about this book than the synopsis provides, otherwise, I think you'll lose some of the "Oh My Goodness" factor. But trust me if you like historical fiction or want something diverse to read, READ THIS!! It is excellent!!