34 pages • 1 hour read
Kimberly Willis HoltMy Louisiana Sky
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1998A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
My Louisiana Sky by Kimberly Willis Holt follows 13-year-old Tiger Ann Parker as she navigates life in 1957 rural Louisiana. Amid growing up, she deals with the death of her grandmother, cares for her parents who have intellectual disabilities, and grapples with her relationship with her best friend. Themes include growing up, societal judgment, and the role of work, explored through symbols of nature, appearances, and race. Topics include the death of a grandparent and exclusion based on intellectual disabilities.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
My Louisiana Sky by Kimberly Willis Holt is an evocative coming-of-age novel that effectively captures the complexities of growing up in rural Louisiana. Readers commend its rich character development and sensitive portrayal of personal challenges. Some critiques mention a predictable plot and a slower pace, but overall, it’s praised for its emotional depth and vivid setting.
Who Should Read My Louisiana Sky?
Readers who enjoy heartwarming, coming-of-age stories set in the South will find My Louisiana Sky by Kimberly Willis Holt captivating. Fans of To Kill a Mockingbird and Because of Winn-Dixie will appreciate its exploration of family, identity, and the challenges of growing up with unique familial dynamics.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
770LBook Details
Historical Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Children's Literature
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Emotions/Behavior: Shame & Pride
Natural World: Environment
Class
Grief / Death
Race / Racism