This story is set in early 1950s Michigan, and the author does a great job of immersing the reader in that setting. The story is told alternately by two sisters, 16-year-old baseball player Bertha and 11-year-old reader Flossie. Both voices are distinct, and the characters have depth and growth during the novel. The story touches on two elements that I've rarely read in novels: the Red scare and girls' baseball. This novel is perhaps a bit slow, but I like family stories, and this one was a really good family story. I really enjoyed Uncle Matthew, too. I do wish the epilogue had referenced both sisters, instead of only one, and the ending was a bit abrupt, but it was still a good read.
I received a copy from the publisher, Revell, for an honest review, but all opinions are my own.
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