This book opened my eyes and mind to historical events that were completely new to me. This well-researched book contains author's notes at the end which explain more about the actual book women that risked their lives and endured hardships to bring books and knowledge to the poor. She provided photos of the librarians on their routes, delivering books and reading to their patrons.
I loved the concrete feel of the writing that painted this setting and the people in 3D, with sights, smells, sounds, and textures, and with such powerful, resonating emotion with both the hardships and joys of back country life. I recommend this book for historical fiction fans as well as those who enjoy a really good story.
Trigger warnings: attempted rape, suicide, racism, and hate crimes
I loved the concrete feel of the writing that painted this setting and the people in 3D, with sights, smells, sounds, and textures, and with such powerful, resonating emotion with both the hardships and joys of back country life. I recommend this book for historical fiction fans as well as those who enjoy a really good story.
Trigger warnings: attempted rape, suicide, racism, and hate crimes