5 Stars
Captivatingly dramatic story!
Wigginton writes a wonderfully dramatic and beautiful story in Lara's Story. There is something captivating about Lara, whose life turns upside down, and she has to find her way. The story brings the culture of 1840s Ireland and wraps itself around Lara. I found myself turning each page and savoring each word before moving on. This story may target young adults, but a reader with my experience also enjoyed it very much. The strength and growth of Lara is shown as she endures the path her life has set for its course. This is the first book of Wigginton's that I've read, but I definitely look forward to reading more by this author.
