Jacob Have I Loved

Paterson, K. (1990). Jacob have i loved. New York, NY : HarperCollins.

Jacob Have I Loved is told in the point of view of the main character Sara Louise and is set in the 1940’s on the island of Rass.  Through out the story, Sara Louise, “Wheeze”, is in constant conflict with her twin sister.  Strong characterization is evident as Sara Louise leaves her island to attain more in life and no longer live in the shadows of her twin sister.  While in the mountains, she finds happiness and becomes more accepting of the people and their actions. 

-A Newbery Award Winner