Fences Left Broken by Kristen Terrette is a Young Adult novel. Mia’s father died and now she finds out she had family she never knew. As she makes friends in Mississippi, she learns of secrets, murders, and more that have affected the two sides of her family and caused painful estrangement.

The author does an excellent job of developing the character and storylines. Even though the author moves around in time, the book captured my interest and kept me reading.

So, if you are looking for a Young Adult novel, check out Fences Left Broken by Kristen Terrette.

I received a complimentary copy of this book, but this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own. ( )

What an amazing story this is. The author does an absolute great job of bringing history to life. It’s funny how some people like to forget about the history of ancestors but some were able to break barriers of hatred and prejudice. I loved how detailed the book is. I had never heard of the Freedom of Summer and the families that were involved in it. What they did was bring freedom to people who never thought they were worthy.

I now see how the title is perfect for this story. Mia’s relatives tried at one time to mend fences with people but it became something that divided famines for generations. As Mia begins to get answers about her past, I felt like I was with her every step of the way. She has always known she wasn’t accepted by some relatives because she was bi- racial. Now she faces secrets, greed, and a history lesson that starts a long time ago. Can you imagine the hate that has festered all these years between two families? It is heartbreaking to read and I wanted to let Mia know that God loves and accepts her.

The book reminds us that we can make things better for those who come after us. It’s important to leave a legacy that inspires, gives hope and shows forgiveness. I loved the story and appreciate how the author weaved history with fiction to make this an unforgettable period in history.

Shame is a powerful tool of the devil. Makes you see things unclearly, and keeps you from being able to see God , because you are hiding from Him, embarrassed because of your situation oppression your sin.”

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion. ( )