What inspired Jacqueline Woodson to set this coming-of-age story in 1970s Brooklyn?
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What inspired Jacqueline Woodson to set this coming-of-age story in 1970s Brooklyn?
Did anyone else feel the book beautifully captures the sense of longing and nostalgia?
How do you think the narrative structure contributes to the overall impact of the story?