3.5 stars
This book packs a punch. Heart-rending historical fiction, set in the time of the Great Depression. The author did a great job of depicting what life was like during this troubled time in our country.
Y.A. is the intended audience, but there are some very adult themes that might need adult guidance.

“In this life, you’ll meet people who will heal you. All the ugly this world has put in your heart will turn beautiful if you give yourself a chance.”
How true this is but most times it's so hard to trust anyone even in today's times. People will either break you or make you. It's who you learn to trust that makes it all the worthwhile.loved this novel so very much!
I've felt like I've gotten to know the real Eleanor Roosevelt who's heart is in the right place. I wish I could have met her in real life but through this heartfelt novel I was able to.
Magnolia is a true heroine! She fought for what she believed in and showed people in what she could do if determined. I found myself rooting for her all the way through this fast paced novel.
The boys were what my heart hurt most for. Johnny and Oscar. Their conditions made me sad. It's hard to believe that some families still live like this.
My favorite thing about this book was that it was told from Magnolia's point of view. I felt that I could connect to her most this way.
Hope is the theme of this book. After all, if we don't have that then what do we have?
This is a can't put down book and Magnolia will make you want to weep at times in the way they were treated
I loved this story so much for what it was. I didn't want it to end.
Magnolia and her brothers will leave you thinking about them long after this story is finished.
One more quote
“Here’s the thing about women. The world can try to shove us into the dark and break our bones and steal our pride. But they can’t touch our spirit. "That is something we all have. "
My heart was full and satisfied.
5 stars for a job well done and for an awesome story!
My thanks to Netgalley for a copy of this book. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.