The Best Bad Luck I Ever Had
Kristin Levine’s debut novel, The Best Bad Luck I Ever Had, takes place in Moundville, AL in 1917. 12-year old Dit can’t wait for the new postmaster to arrive in his small town because he hopes the postmaster will have a son about his age. Instead, 12-year old Emma arrives and even more of a surprise to the town is the family’s skin color. At first Dit is disappointed and wants nothing to do with Emma, but his mama’s rule “be nice to everyone” soon helps himaccept Emma and her family, even if some in the town do not. Their friendship makes Dit think about why阅读更多→