![]() ![]() ![]() So, when he realizes his Grandpop is blind, and learns more about his grandfather’s past, Genie finds an unexpected connection. In fact, he has hundreds of them in his notebook. ![]() Also, I really loved the character of Genie. There were times when I felt like yelling at the book, or times when I wanted to jump for joy. The author conveyed many feelings in the story, like sadness and excitement. For example, when Ernie’s teeth got knocked out, I could imagine the teeth floating in the jar of milk and him groaning on the couch. When I was reading the book, I felt like I was in Virginia with the characters. But not only do they experience southern life, they make friends and survive the trip with some surprises along the way. Genie and Ernie have to experience farm life when they pick peas to sell at a market instead of just buying them at the store. It’s also about accepting differences and adapting to change. This award-winning book is about family, love, and courage. But even though there are stricter rules and no Wi-Fi, this vacation is probably the best one of their lives. In As Brave As You, brothers Genie and Ernie don’t expect to have such an exciting summer after their parents tell them they’ll be spending it in the South with grandparents they barely know. ![]() I previously reviewed Patina, another awesome story he wrote. I chose to write about As Brave As You because Jason Reynolds is a good author. Note from Elena Reads: This review was originally publishedin the December 2019 issue of Blue Marble Review. ![]()
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