Finding Langston by Lesa Cline-Ransome receives praise for its poignant portrayal of a young boy's journey during the Great Migration. Reviewers commend its lyrical prose and historical accuracy, but some note the pacing is slow for younger readers. Emotional depth and strong character development make it a compelling read, despite occasional predictability. 

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Readers who would enjoy Finding Langston by Lesa Cline-Ransome are typically young adults and middle-grade readers who appreciate historical fiction exploring themes of identity, grief, and the transformative power of literature. Fans of Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis and Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson will find this book captivating.

Finding Langston follows an 11-year-old boy named Langston who, after moving from Alabama to Chicago following his mother's death, struggles with loneliness and school bullies. Discovering the library and Langston Hughes’ poetry helps him find solace and connections. Eventually, he gains the support of his father and makes a new friend, Clem. The book addresses themes of grief, loss, and bullying.

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