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Dear Kirby Larson, I Love You
The Diary of Piper Davis: The Fences Between Us is a quick-moving, compelling story that will instruct, enlighten and inspire. Piper's a believable (though fictional) girl, her character a perfect blend of strength and weakness. The diary-style novel allows an intimate glimpse at what life must have been like in the early 40s, making the events feel contemporary even though they happened almost 70 years ago. The fact that Pastor Davis is based on a real person (Reverend Emery "Andy" Andrews) makes the story all the more incredible. Although there are a few details which are never explained in the book (like why Davis [Andrews] was leading a Japanese church in the first place), I enjoyed this satisfying middle grade novel.
(Readalikes: Earlier Dear America titles; historical novels in the American Girl series; also reminded me a little of Jericho Walls by Kristi Collier)
Grade: B
If this were a movie, it would be rated: PG for intense scenes and mature themes (racism, war, death, etc.)
To the FTC, with love: I received an ARC of The Diary of Piper Davis: The Fences Between Us from the generous folks at Scholastic. Thank you!
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Wow. I didn't know about that series. I bet my daughter would love those.
ReplyDeleteMy daughter would love this book and series, too. I'll have to see if my library has them.
ReplyDeleteI'll link to your review on War Through the Generations.