Book Review: With The Fire On High by Elizabeth Acevedo
Review
Emoni is a teen mother and I loved how this story showcased what happens after the pregnancy and everything the teen mom faces. The whispers. The pity. The stares. Baby Daddy drama. The stigma. The day to day. What the future will bring? The ups and downs of it all. Emoni was a very refreshing character and I loved her strength and determination. I loved the support system that she had in this story and how they believed in her even when she doubted herself.
Reading this story reminded me of my high school. We had a program called the Life Center and it provided services to teen mothers so they could continue their education.
Acevedo has such a powerful way with words. Whenever I read her books I am sucked in from the beginning to the very end. Not too many authors have this affect on me but Acevedo does. The description to detail in this story was so vivid I felt like I was transported into the kitchen and could see the food being prepared right in front of me. So if you’re still with me at this point, I need you read this book.
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I actually got this book and haven’t had the chance to read it yet. Truth be told, I wasn’t sure what it was about when it was given to me, but your review makes me excited to read it!
This makes me so happy! I hope you enjoy the story. Keep me posted.