Talk:One Crazy Summer (novel)

Critical Reception
According to Markson, Teri, the book is "Emotionally challenging and beautifully written", this book immerses readers in a time and place and raises difficult questions of cultural and ethnic identity and personal responsibility. With memorable characters (all three girls have engaging, strong voices) and a powerful story, this is a book well worth reading and rereading. Melgaard, Tricia stated Seeing the historic summer of '68 through the eyes of sensitive, intuitive Delphine is a treat. Featuring flawless writing and narration, this is storytelling at its finest. Sure to garner numerous awards Library Media Connection believed "At first glance, one would assume this book to be humorous, but the plot is anything but comical". Morales, C. J. said the author Williams-Garcia manages to teach young readers about a meaningful part of Black history in a light-hearted and humorous way. Delphine's voice is strong, original and will keep you laughing out loud. "One Crazy Summer" is a must-have. I highly recommend it. Publishers Weekly stated Delphine's growing awareness of injustice on a personal and universal level is smoothly woven into the story in poetic language that will stimulate and move readers.