Jacqueline Woodson’s novel Miracle’s Boys is a brilliant and original narrative of the grief and suffering experienced by three orphan brothers. Themes of freedom, guilt, and brotherhood, echo throughout the pages. Lafayette, Charlie, and Ty’ree learn the power of communication and though this exchange, begin to understand the full-bodied definition of freedom. Sprinkled with familiar references to music, poetry, art, and film, Woodson creates a sentiment of nostalgia. With both earnestness and tenderness the boys unfold their nightmares and guilt as they discover the healing power of their brotherhood. Within a day’s time a bond manifests itself among the brothers providing their escape from the suffocating hate, hostility, and resentment that has torn their lives apart. With fervent applause I recommend this literature to both the young and old seeking both an entertaining and emotional experience.
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