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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
- Narrated by: Kate Burton
- Length: 14 hrs and 55 mins
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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
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Publisher's Summary
When Johnny dies, leaving Katie pregnant, Francie, smart, pensive and hoping for something better, cannot believe that life can carry on as before. But with her own determination, and that of her mother behind her, Francie is able to move toward the future of her dreams, completing her education and heading off to college, always carrying the beloved Brooklyn of her childhood in her heart.
What the critics say
"There's a reason this tale remains beloved after almost 50 years, and it stands with memoirs like Angela's Ashes for its happy-ending triumph over a bad childhood." (AudioFile)
"A profoundly moving novel, and an honest and a true one. It cuts right to the heart of life." (The New York Times)
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- CKH Vancouver
- 2022-06-19
Goodness - such a lovely novel
I came across this as it was recommended in a US best novels list. It was totally not what I expected - I found this coming of age story it a true page turner.
The hardy wild tree growing outside their attic home, from the stump after it was cut, was a metaphor of Francie's skill at flourishing even in the inner city (and her pervent desire to better herself). The characters were entrancing.
Thoroughly enjoyed this novel. Enjoyable narration, even if the character's Brooklyn accent was inconsistently applied.
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- Amazon Customer
- 2024-09-05
Soooo good
I listened three times back to back. Beautiful story and the performance was perfect. A definite must listen.
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- Anonymous User
- 2024-01-17
a beautiful look into life 100 years ago
A beautifully written and breathtaking book. I initially came upon "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" after reading about its importance to american front lines in WWII. I can see now why it kept the spirits up of many young soldiers, homesick for their country.
Betty Smith paints a beautiful picture of what it was like living as a young girl in Brooklyn in the 20's. Even as an individual living in Canada 100 years later, I was able to empathize with the experiences and emotions of Francis Noland.
5 stars for sure.
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- catherine A. moore
- 2023-11-24
A true telling of characters with…
A true telling of characters and story with at times an objective view as narrative seems to demand. But one cannot imagine these characters did not exist in reality. Strong women,and a young girl making life work in perilous times for them… life
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- Emma David
- 2024-07-22
A fantastic book
This book was recommended to me by my best friend and honestly I see now why she loves it so much (she’s read it 10 times at least I’m sure). Not only did Betty Smith do a fantastic job with the writing on this book, she is incredibly talented and I will definitely be getting other books by her. But also the narrator, Kate Burton, made this book come alive. I thoroughly enjoyed it even though it had its sad parts. I will likely come back to this book again in the future as it’s an excellent portrayal of how life can still be great even when money is sparse. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a good story. I would read it first before letting your kids read it though so you can decide for yourself if they are old enough. That being said, overall it is a fantastic read and listen.
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- Michelle
- 2019-08-06
A New Favourite
Francie Nolan is one of those characters that change your life. It's so easy to find yourself in her personality and her thoughts. Stories about growing up never grow old- and this one is real and beautiful.
Excellent performance.
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- Emma Hartwick
- 2020-06-01
A tree grows in Brooklyn review.
Such a beautiful story is A Tree grows in Brooklyn. Kate Burton does a wonderful job of narration. Highly recommend!
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- Meagan
- 2022-07-27
amazing book! The narrator was the best yet!
loved it from beginning to end! the narrator was absolutely perfect!
sad that it ended.
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- Nic
- 2023-10-22
Interesting and moving, but not for everyone
It's a little slow, sad and depressing, all rolled up into a documentary-style story that often feels like the narrator is reading a bullet list of descriptive items with zero emotion.
It reminded me of Oscar-winning movies that, according to the critics are supposedly great, but you always skip over telling yourself that you'll watch it next time. This is that kind of book.
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