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

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

this book reminded me why classics are classics. Even though I’ve never been to Brooklyn and I am not growing up poor, I still related to Francie, and I suspect many other people do too. She’s one of the best main characters in any book I’ve ever read. 100% recommend