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I first read this book a little over a year ago, maybe longer, for my young adult literature class. I had to present on it and procrastinated, of course, so I read it from a critical approach. I don't even think I finished the whole thing--just got close to the end and spark notes the rest.

Now that I've read it for pleasure instead of analysis I love it even more! I love how mature Ellie and Miah seem. The reader has to keep reminding themselves (as does Jacqueline Woodson throughout other character's dialogue and their inner thoughts) they are only 15. I like that the thoughts on interracial relationships are viewed through the minds of young people and that the reader can see how Ellie grows from being naive to aware of the problems non-white people face.

Beyond the race factor, the love between Miah and Ellie is so real, true, genuine, and easy. They came together because they were meant to. I love that they are essentially the same person in their feelings and loneliness which in turn bonds them in a way no one can understand.

The tragic ending upset me but also really humbled the situation. It brought life back in the mix, showed reality, ripping the reader out of the dream escape previously created.

Besides the grammar issues, this book is amazing, very fast and emotionally moving. Go read it now. Everyone should be able to relate to at least one character or situation.


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If You Come Softly Jacqueline Woodson Books Reviews

Ok, I liked it but why you got to do it to me like this. I was NOT ready. Like not at all.
An absolute beautifully written book! It is a book I thoroughly enjoyed reading.
Jeremiah Roselind is an intelligent black teenage boy who has to attend a fancy prep school. He bumps into Ellie Eisen, a white girl, in the hallway, and they are immediately attracted to one another. Disapproving glances, whispering voices, snide remarks -it isn't the reactions from other people that tear this young couple apart before their relationship has a real chance to grow, but a tragic event.
This is an interesting, well-written story about interracial dating. I was saddened by the ending, but at the same time I can't wait to read the sequel, Behind You.
I read this with my 8th grader, and it was not a very compelling story. The ending was so abrupt and unexpected.
I loved this story. It was beautiful and very sad. I was a bit disappointed that the author didn't delve more into how the characters handled the negative reactions from people who didn't agree with their relationship but overall, the story told an important message.
I should have known better...I've been touched by Jaqueline Woodson's writing before.
I picked up If You Come Softly after one of my 6th grade students recommended it to me. I read the first few chapters effortlessly, and when someone asked me what it was about, I simply said, "Not much." You see--it's not an in your face narrative. It's simple and soft, and the alternating perspectives are hardly noticed--all signs of outstanding writing. I was halfway through the book before I realized the gentle power of the story.
Ellie and Miah attend the same school and have similar views of the world, but they are so different that their sudden love for each other seems impossible. Ellie is the white daughter of a distantly married couple; her numerous brothers and sisters are older and have moved throughout the country. Miah is the black son of celebrities who have recently separated. Both teenagers attend the exclusive Percy School, which is where they meet by chance and fall in love. Despite the stares and whispers, they choose to stay together and learn more about each other. Their love is mature and real (and the author spares us from unnecessary sex scenes). We know from page one that tragedy awaits this relationship, but it doesn't damper the unfolding of their relationship and our interest in the potential of their lives. They love each other innocently and completely, and they tip-toe cautiously into the world of each other's families.
Woodson demonstrates a world view through the voices of these two high school characters--they understand more about race relations than most adults do. There are times, however, when their views of races seems too simplistic--perhaps this was intentional, or perhaps this is Woodson's own view. It's too easy to group together all "whites" or all "blacks" and to create stereotypes of old ladies who stare. But the overall message is appreciated.
I can't say enough about the gentle nature of this story. How an author can provoke so much emotion in such a delicately written story is truly amazing. Woodson is a masterful writer, and this story is perfectly told.
This book makes my list of favorite books of all time, so much so that I've purchased it 5 times, yes FIVE. I lend it out and never get it back because its that good.

Its a quick read, but a necessary one that pulls at your heart strings.

Buy it, read it, love it. But don't lend it out because you won't get it back.
I first read this book a little over a year ago, maybe longer, for my young adult literature class. I had to present on it and procrastinated, of course, so I read it from a critical approach. I don't even think I finished the whole thing--just got close to the end and spark notes the rest.

Now that I've read it for pleasure instead of analysis I love it even more! I love how mature Ellie and Miah seem. The reader has to keep reminding themselves (as does Jacqueline Woodson throughout other character's dialogue and their inner thoughts) they are only 15. I like that the thoughts on interracial relationships are viewed through the minds of young people and that the reader can see how Ellie grows from being naive to aware of the problems non-white people face.

Beyond the race factor, the love between Miah and Ellie is so real, true, genuine, and easy. They came together because they were meant to. I love that they are essentially the same person in their feelings and loneliness which in turn bonds them in a way no one can understand.

The tragic ending upset me but also really humbled the situation. It brought life back in the mix, showed reality, ripping the reader out of the dream escape previously created.

Besides the grammar issues, this book is amazing, very fast and emotionally moving. Go read it now. Everyone should be able to relate to at least one character or situation.