This book hits different, after going through a time of struggling myself. I read this when I was little and so admired Sara, but now I relate to her as well, and the book is much more meaningful to me because of that. 
Very well-written and interesting. In my opinion, it earns every emotional beat. I love Sara’s determination to be a good and noble person, it always inspires me to try a little harder and complain a little less, no matter what I go through. I don’t think this book is for everyone, but it’s a very good book, and it’s very meaningful to me. 

One of my favorite classics to read aloud (with a few edits).

I just unlocked a new comfort read 🥺💗
It brought me such joy and solace during a rather difficult time in my life and I can see myself rereading this book many times in the future. How peculiar that I'm learning patience, perseverance and other life lessons from a little girl, who begins this book at the age of 7, while I am already a grown woman of 21! Sara really is most precious.

I doubt you would find kids with this kind of mindset, especially in this day and age, but that's the beauty of literature! It doesn't HAVE to be real or realistic in order for it to be life-changing. 

My first time reading this was an experience. I never grew up knowing this story or being familiar with the movie - therefore I went in with no knowledge of it at all.

In short, it's not a bad story but I definitely didn't like it. Pushing aside the clear issues of classism, racism, and body shaming from 100 years ago - this story just didn't resonate with me. Sarah is continually put through the seven levels of hell and is such a perfect character she carries on with unflinching determination. I also found it SO creepy that the choice was made to have a grown man creep into her bedroom to bestow gifts on her. This book has the logic of a fairytale and lacks the charm of them.

Also justice for Becky because she deserved more than just becoming a paid maid at the end.