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Family Tree #1: Better to Wish (2013)

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Family Tree #1: Better To Wish (2013) - Plot & Excerpts

This book is set in a rich period of history (The Depression), and I went into the book believing it was a fairly faithful retelling of the author's family history. Because of that, I gave it some leeway when many of the plot elements seemed extraneous or pointless. Upon reading the note at the end, I realized that Martin had merely used the fact that her grandparents (I believe; it's been a while since I read it) were of that generation. I'm still not sure that many of the characters or events strengthened the book. However, my nine-year old daughter adored it. This was definitely upper middle grade. Even though she is eight at the beginning, she's in her twenties at the end. It had a vague Anne of Green Gables feel to it - the setting, not the characters. Better to Wish refers to a part where we are told that it is better to live in that time wishing, than to know what will happen in the future. In Abby's case, I can see why. Wishes are all full of hope and her future is filled with sorrow. This book has a lot of tragedy. The only thing that keeps it from being overwhelming is that it is told in short bursts jumping from one time to another. This is also a problem at times though because it feels disjointed. I would most likely hand it to the students who like the sad stories or historical fiction.

What do You think about Family Tree #1: Better To Wish (2013)?

I'd give 3.5 stars. I want to get the remaining books in the series for Gwen & I.
—oiiee

Can't wait to get my hands on the rest of the series!
—jefftzs

Sweet, engaging story. Just a really fun read.
—ale_llamas29

Good story.
—67poobtb

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