With the Might of Angels by Andrea Davis Pinkney

 

Dawnie is an intelligent African American girl who meets the standards of an all-white school.  It was written referring to the mid-50s and she had gotten made fun of.  I like this book because it talks about her struggles in that school, and also she plays baseball too.

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel on Amazon Prime

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel takes place in 1958 in Upper West Side, New York. The story is based on the perfect Midge Maisel, who is married to the man of her dreams with two kids. However, it all goes downhill when her husband Joel leaves her for another woman. A heartbroken Midge accidentally stumbles onto the stage at a comedy club and discovers her own comedic skills. In the process, she goes on her journey of self-discovery.  

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is a stand up comedy sitcom that I've had the pleasure of sitting down for. The wit is impeccable and it's no surprise that Rachael Brosnahan, the actress for Midge, was nominated at the Golden Globe Awards 2018 for Best Actress in a Television Series Musical or Comedy. Besides Midge herself, each and every character is crafted so perfectly, none exempt from flaws. 

You will find yourself laughing from beginning to end and sympathizing with them, most importantly the lead, throughout each and every season. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is a show I love, my mother loves, and my sister loves, bringing generations of people together with a wonderful, character-driven story.