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The Color of My Words

Fiction | Novel/Book in Verse | Middle Grade | Published in 2000

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Lynn Joseph

The Color of My Words

Fiction | Novel/Book in Verse | Middle Grade | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Novel/Book in Verse • Fiction

Setting

Dominican Republic • 1990s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

Published in 2001 by HarperCollins, The Color of My Words by Lynn Joseph follows the story of twelve-year-old Ana Rosa, an observant aspiring poet in the Dominican Republic who discovers the power of her voice through writing while navigating the complexities of family, identity, and community.

Emotional

Contemplative

Heartwarming

Inspirational

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

2,312 ratings

79%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The young adult novel The Color of My Words by Lynn Joseph garners praise for its evocative prose and the poignant coming-of-age journey of Ana Rosa in the Dominican Republic. While celebrated for its vibrant depiction of cultural and familial ties, some readers find the plot predictable. Overall, its emotional depth and lyrical narration resonate strongly.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Color of My Words?

Readers who relish The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros will adore The Color of My Words by Lynn Joseph for its poignant exploration of a young girl’s life and dreams in the Dominican Republic. Ideal for those who seek emotional, coming-of-age narratives with rich cultural contexts. Suitable for middle-grade to young adult audiences.

4.4

2,312 ratings

79%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Novel/Book in Verse • Fiction

Setting

Dominican Republic • 1990s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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