Because I Was A Girl

Because I Was A Girl
by Melissa De La Cruz
Henry Holt & Company, 2017. 241 pages. Nonfiction

Pick up this gem - you won't regret it! It's a quick, easy, and inspiring read. It includes writings from a range of women and girls who are seen as pioneers and trailblazers in their field. Organized by decade, this book tells the stories of women and girls who went through unbelievable challenges simply because of their gender. The full page pictures and individual quotes add charm to this worthwhile piece of nonfiction.

The thing I liked best about this book was that it features women and girls that aren't what we might consider to be "traditionally" famous. From author Margaret Stohl to opera director Francesca Zambello, this book will inspire you to stick up for the women and girls in your own life. I was particularly inspired by the young girls in this book who tell their stories with a ferocity beyond their years. Support women!

LKA