When I ready thed summary on the back of the book I didn't think I'd like it. When I finally got it and started reading it, it was one of the best books I had read in a long time. Very sad and hard to read at some points. Sarah was a strong and brave little girl. You can't help but feel sorry for her and it brought tears to my eyes more than once. I loved the book and it inspired me. When I think of all the things I think are wrong with my life, they didn't seem like so much after I read the book and pondered it. Very much recommended.