This series was marketed as children's books back in the 20s & 30s, but I found this book, in the middle of the set, charming and interesting. It presents a different angle on race relations. The setting is small town Tennessee, and there is separation and limitations, as you'd expect, but also friendships and unexpected successes. One young black man has gone to Hollywood to act in films. A letter from him talks about the limited and stereotypical roles, and also the financial realities of his situation. ( )