"The first-person retelling of events such as the March on Washington is compellingly personal. Holmes's vibrant illustrations (in acrylic with elements of collage incorporating print and photos) saturate the pages with color. The illustrations also take great care in communicating the very human emotions that King and her family experienced...Reynolds and Holmes bring this civil rights icon to life, reminding readers of a dream yet to be fully realized." -- Horn Book (starred review)
"...the illustrations, which deftly incorporate collaged photos and news clippings along with richly patterned drapes and other background details, give the author a formidable presence both in private moments and standing proudly before marching masses...Eloquent and stately." --
Kirkus (
starred review)
"Holmes' stunning illustrations steal the show. Her colorful mixed-media collages demand attention, whether conveying Coretta's dignity and grace while speaking in public or capturing the poignancy of Coretta comforting her infant daughter, Yoki, after a bomb exploded on the front porch of their home. . .This worthy addition to the Coretta Scott King canon will make an especially compelling read-aloud." --
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