A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

By: Betty Smith 

Synopsis: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn follows the life of a second generation Irish-American girl named Francie, in the first two decades in the 20th century. Francie lives in Brooklyn with her parents and little brother Neeley. The book is about the successes and struggles the family faced and how Francie dealt with them. It's a coming of age story about a poor Irish girl who just wants to pursue her education. 

Review: This is a book that you can't forget once you read it. It was pretty long and it was hard to read during certain times but it's unforgettable. This is a Historical Fiction novel full of emotions.The book made me feel angry, sad, happy, and excited as I read about Francie's incredibly hard life. Personally I love immigrant stories and I love learning about the history of these immigrants and the hardships they faced. It reminds me of how lucky I am now, and it shows how my ancestors felt and shows me what kind of things they went through. This book is full of history and is just an amazing book overall.