Belle Prater's Boy
by Ruth White
This is one of the best books I've read in a while. I loved Ruth White's Buttermilk Hill, but I think Belle Prater's Boy is even better. It's the early 1950's in a small coal town in the hills of Virginia. Woodrow Prater's mom disappears one day. Since his father is not handling it very well, Woodrow comes down from the hills and lives in town with his grandparents. Gypsy, Woodrow's cousin, lives next door and the two of them become fast friends. Woodrow and Gypsy are two of the most endearing and likable characters I've met in a while. Woodrow is hilarious, compassionate, and loyal. As the story unfolds, you learn more clues about Woodrow's mom and the struggles she faced. You learn more about Gypsy's family - and how she comes to grips with her own past. I really didn't want the story to end, and that's why I'm so glad there is a sequel - The Search for Belle Prater. I know that Naomi and Anna C. have both read this book and enjoyed it as much as I did. I remember Anna C. reading it during our end of the year testing - I watched her laugh and smile as she read (always a good sign).
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Belle Prater's Boy
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3 comments:
The last time I went to the bookstore they didn't have the sequel in stock! I was soo sad. Maybe they'll have it this time!☺☺☺☺
♥,
Anna C.
If you can't find it at the bookstore, as the bookstore clerk - they can usually order it if it's not currently available in their store. I'm hoping the library has it - I need to read it soon.
Interestingly, this is a required read in 6th grade - or at least it was for Ivey's team. Anna C. is going to be way ahead of the game!
Marie
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