A review by xangemtheelibrarian
Kin: Rooted in Hope by Carole Boston Weatherford

challenging informative reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

The author wrote in her note at the end that she hoped to honor her ancestors in telling their stories through the poems she wrote as she learned to listen to them. 

She did a beautiful job. She brought each one of her found ancestors to life, each one speaking to us through her poems. This is a portrait of a family that was stolen from their home, enslaved, and despite the hardships, they rose up and became the founders of a town. This family's strength and resilience is something to be looked up to. 
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