A tree grows in Brooklyn (1943) by Betty Smith
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is a poignant coming-of-age story that follows the life of a young girl named Francie Nolan as she navigates the challenges of growing up in a poor family in Brooklyn during the early 20th century.
Rating: 4.3
Genres Fiction, Classic Literature
Original language: en
Stars
Francie Nolan
Katie Nolan
Johnny Nolan
Neeley Nolan
Miss Gardner
Creators
Betty Smith (author)
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