The story was okay, but the problems with this story are too numerous to count. It isn't too historically accurate. Who ever wrote mayme,the black characters prespective, should have spoken to some black people before doing it and should have done more intensive research about slavery and the dynamics of the institution. This story is so watered down, I wonder if it is for children. There isn't an adequate depiction of slavery in this book, nor is this story realistic. If you can overlook those issues, sure read it, or pass it off to your 8 year kid or cousin cause that is the appropriate age group to read this book.

Actual rating 3.5

I enjoyed this story of two girls who endure hardship and rely on each other through trying times. Despite their difference in race. The beginning was intriguing enough for me but started some of my issues with the narrator, Mayme. I want to believe she is a product of her time as I've read enough books to know that her view is not unusual. So you either resolve to accept her flaws and move on or not like her.

This is not an easy timeframe to read but made me appreciate my life today. I liked how the conversion to Christianity is simply and naturally done here. And one of the better versions I've come across in my reading so far. There is no hitting over the head or preachy moments at all. And for that alone I would look for more books by this author.

Has ya novel vibes so would recommend to pre-teens and up. Clean for the most part. By today's standards there are some offensive words but no swearing.