kverity's review
challenging
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
This picture book is a story I had never heard before, but it seems to be an African American tall tale. It is about a town facing threatening racism, and the magical character of Rootilla Redgums and her grandson who save the town through their actions. The illustrations by John Holyfield are fantastic--definitely one that should be added to all American tall tale collections.
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