The story of Cress and the Medicine Show feels like an old-time folktale. The prose takes us back over a hundred years ago with poignancy and flair. The story of a young escaped slave and the people (and I use the term loosely) who help her with a goal she didn't know she had touches the heart. But also creeps along the spine in that way good folktales do. This isn't a Disney version of Cinderella with talking mice and humorously nasty stepsisters. While some beings may seem like animals, the humans are the real beasts... And toes are chopped off to fit in the shoes instead of making do with animated contortions.
Oh... That last sentence may make it seem too gory, which it isn't... But it isn't sanitized either. It is a folktale that adults and children will find compelling and enjoyable to read!
Loading your book clubs
There was a problem loading your book clubs. Please try again.
Not in a club? Learn more
Join or create book clubs
Choose books together
Track your books
Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free.
Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.
Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.
Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.
Book recommendations, author interviews, editors' picks, and more. Read it now.
About the author
Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
