A Daffodil for Angie by Connie LacyMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
A Daffodil for Angie by Connie Lacy is an intriguing portrait of a young girl coming of age in the 1960's. During this tumultuous time, and the societal upheaval taking place, Angie must confront her built in thought processes and maybe change them for good. This is a great characterization of how a young girl during that time made the transition into her teen years, where she must decide if she really wants to be popular, be a cheerleader, have a romantic relationship, and befriend a girl who is black. The story is effortlessly written and fully conveys the time and tenor of the decade, with the Vietnam war going on, political strife, and a society that is rapidly changing. The author does a good job of fully capturing the different sides to Angie, her inner conflict and resulting change of thought on various things. Interesting and a step above other YA novels, this one is captivating and spot on. Highly recommend.
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