A YEAR IN THE LIFE OF NEWLYWEDS...
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This is a sweet novel that is somewhat reminiscent of the author's seminal work, "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn". The author appears to have drawn heavily from her own life when penning this novel, which is about Annie, an eighteen year old girl born on the wrong side of the tracks, who in 1927 moves from Brooklyn to the Midwest to marry her sweetheart, Carl, who is a law school student.
The book describes the trials and tribulations that the young newlyweds undergo during their first year of marriage. Money woes, in-law problems, and pregnancy are some of the issues with which the newly weds must contend. Annie is also an aspiring writer who lacks confidence in her abilities due to her lack of education. The newly weds discover a great deal about themselves as a couple, and Annie gains new insight into her writing talent.
While the book can be a bit treacly, as well as sentimental, in parts and lacks the grittiness of "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn", fans of the author will, nonetheless, enjoy it.
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It is Realistic..because it Is!
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I read Joy in the Morning for my History of the University of Michigan class. Why did I read Smith's novel for that class? What many of you may not know is that Smith bases Joy in the Morning on her experience as a young girl at the University of Michigan who falls in love with and marries a fellow UM law student. A poignant novel, extremely touching, and a realistic portrayal of Smith's personal experience. A definite must read for people of all ages looking for a timeless love story set in a 1920s traditional midwestern campus--the University of Michigan--a University that has impacted the world.
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I thought it would be better.
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I thought it would be better since A Tree Grows in Brooklyn was so good. The book might have been a lot better if we knew more of what happened before the book.
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A romantic, often realistic, story of young love
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Meet Annie and Carl, young marrieds who learn that the struggles and uncertainty of poverty can be sustained by the strength of a loving, loyal relationship. A delightful, uplifting story especially recommended for young adult readers.
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This book was about love and courage
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I thought this book was very good. It was about how a couple can take care of themselves and try their best to raise a family when a surprise comes.
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