The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead is narrated by Elwood, a young boy growing up in 1960’s Tallahassee and dreaming of a different future for himself. Invigorated and inspired by Dr. King’s words at the height of the Civil Rights movement, Elwood is excited by the prospect of taking advanced college courses and furthering his [...]
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The Most Fun We Ever Had
The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo follows the Sorenson family over several decades. Marilyn & David fall deeply in love in the 70's and have four daughters: Wendy, Violet, Liza & Grace. The 4 girls grow up searching for something even close to what their parents have, still so deeply in love [...]