pickI love novels that teach me something new about history. Taking place in 1930‘s Oklahoma during The Dustbowl 10 year old Pearl discovers something that will change her life forever. This is a sweet story of a family trying to survive while helping others along the way. And although the main character is only a child, whose voice is expertly captured, there is plenty of conflict to keep you wondering what is going to happen next.
so-soSusie is a talented writer, very capable of evoking strong emotions. While I neither loved the book nor disliked it intensely, I did fall in love with the spunky, sweet, strong-willed Pearl & the amazingly compassionate Spence family! Although part of the story, there were just some parts that were too dark for me. Overall, I would say it's worth the read if you can get past your stomach being in knots during the dark parts that involve a child.
A Cup of Dust: A Novel of the Dust Bowl | 
