A review by mlsweeten
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Beautifully written coming-of-age story of a girl growing up in a poor neighborhood in Brooklyn.