Today I'm sharing the best book I read in April.
Y'all, my brain needed a break this month, so I read a grand total of three books, and I had no 5-star or 4.5-star reads. So my one 4-star read was my Best of the Bunch!
I'm glad to have finally read
Esperanza Rising! I can clearly see why this is frequently read in schools; between the historical setting, the plentiful themes and symbols, the coming-of-age elements, and the dilemmas with no clear right answer (e.g., should the characters strike or continue working?), it's rich with topics for discussion or essays. On top of that, though, it's a good story, with sympathetic characters and a plot full of challenges that must be overcome. Esperanza is relatable for anyone who's ever had to start over, been faced with the unfamiliar, or encountered ridicule for not fitting in. Having previously read
The Grapes of Wrath, I appreciated this different perspective on the same time and place. This would be a great addition to any middle grade bookshelf.
What is the best book you read this month? Let me know in comments, or write your own post and link up below!
Looking back:
One year ago I was reading:
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea,
I Am Ace, and
Cemetery Boys
Five years ago I was reading:
Team of Rivals and
The Autobiography of Malcolm X
Ten years ago I was reading:
Jesus Calling,
Angle of Repose,
How to Train Your Dragon,
Baby-Led Weaning, and
Finding Your Own North Star
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