44 pages • 1 hour read
Sarah M. BroomThe Yellow House
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Sarah M. Broom's The Yellow House offers a poignant memoir blending family history, personal narrative, and the impact of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans. Praised for its vivid storytelling and depth, it sometimes meanders and can be dense. However, its rich detail and emotional honesty resonate strongly with readers.
Who Should Read The Yellow House?
Readers who appreciate deeply personal memoirs like Jesmyn Ward’s Men We Reaped or Ta-Nehisi Coates's Between the World and Me will find Sarah M. Broom's The Yellow House compelling. This book appeals to those interested in family histories, socio-economic challenges, and the resilience of New Orleans' residents.
Recommended