34 pages 1 hour read

Kimberly Willis Holt

My Louisiana Sky

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1998

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Before You Read

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My Louisiana Sky by Kimberly Willis Holt follows 13-year-old Tiger Ann Parker as she navigates life in 1957 rural Louisiana. Amid growing up, she deals with the death of her grandmother, cares for her parents who have intellectual disabilities, and grapples with her relationship with her best friend. Themes include growing up, societal judgment, and the role of work, explored through symbols of nature, appearances, and race. Topics include the death of a grandparent and exclusion based on intellectual disabilities.

Reviews & Readership

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My Louisiana Sky by Kimberly Willis Holt is an evocative coming-of-age novel that effectively captures the complexities of growing up in rural Louisiana. Readers commend its rich character development and sensitive portrayal of personal challenges. Some critiques mention a predictable plot and a slower pace, but overall, it’s praised for its emotional depth and vivid setting.

Who should read this

Who Should Read My Louisiana Sky?

Readers who enjoy heartwarming, coming-of-age stories set in the South will find My Louisiana Sky by Kimberly Willis Holt captivating. Fans of To Kill a Mockingbird and Because of Winn-Dixie will appreciate its exploration of family, identity, and the challenges of growing up with unique familial dynamics.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

770L

Book Details

Genre

Historical Fiction

Coming of Age / Bildungsroman

Children's Literature

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Love

Emotions/Behavior: Shame & Pride

Natural World: Environment

Topics

Class

Grief / Death

Race / Racism