A Gathering of Days is by Joan W. Blos. This historical fiction work is written in journal style and is the story of a 14-year-old girl's life from 1830-1832. It describes well the family structure, mannerisms, and religious ideas of the time. Catherine must contend with the hard work of running a farm, taking care of her younger sister, her father's remarriage, a new stepbrother, and the death of a close friend. Contains rich detail of life in this time period. The language used is typical of the time period and so may require some adjustment, but this story is well worth the effort.
Ratings: 6th grade - 7 out of 10.
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