*After seeing many positive reviews about this middle-grade book, I decided to give it a try. It was an Audible listen for me and quite enjoyable. I hadn't read the "first" book, but not sure it made a difference with this companion story.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*The author brings the reader back to 1946 and the deep south.
*The author brings the reader back to 1946 and the deep south.
*Lymon is a young boy who doesn't have the best reputation in town.
*Lymon's father is spending time in the "pen" and his mother hasn't been in his life.
*For most of his life, he has lived with his grandparents, but when he is forced to head north to live with his mother, Lymon's life is in upheaval.
*Once with his mother, Lymon must figure out who he is and what he wants to stand for.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*I loved the narration.
*The start-up of the story was a bit slow and I began to have my doubts about the book.
*Once I got into the plot, I enjoyed getting to know Lymon and learning about life in the late 1940's.
*There were times when I thought it might have been helpful to have read the first book in the series, but overall everything made sense.
*My heart hurt for Lymon when he was with his mother and her new husband, but know it was an accurate picture for that time period.
Who Should Read It:
*Of course readers of Finding Langston will definitely want to continue the story of Lymon. Because of the pacing and quiet nature of the plot, I would recommend the novel for readers in grades five and above. Happy Reading!
*Of course readers of Finding Langston will definitely want to continue the story of Lymon. Because of the pacing and quiet nature of the plot, I would recommend the novel for readers in grades five and above. Happy Reading!
Rating: 3 STARS out of 5 Stars
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