Author Bradley wrote one of my favorite historical fiction books, The War That Saved My Life. It won a Newbery Honor, which is a very big deal in the book world. In Fighting Words, which I believe is her fourth book, she won yet another Newbery Honor. She is clearly a very talented writer!
Fighting Words is a very important and powerful story. Brubaker writes in the author notes that she was abused as a child. Fighting Words is a story of abuse, so it is powerful and serious. The story of sisters Della and Suki, who have landed in a foster home after their addict mother nearly blows them up in a hotel room making meth, are trying to deal with the memories of abuse at the hands of their mom's boyfriend that lasted several years. It is not an easy road.
But at times it is a healing road. And that part of the story is beautiful and full of hope. Both girls look hard for their power and their voice. In the mind of such a talented writer, their story unfolds, in all of its imperfections and pain...and strength.
This is a very important book, and so honestly written. 5 paws, and a wag for Brubaker for her bravery!
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