A review by librarianryan
Bessie the Motorcycle Queen by Charles R. Smith Jr.

informative inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

4.5

 

When ever I read this title, Jim Goche starts playing in my head.  He was singing about Roller Derby Queen, but I easily change it to Motorcycle Queen. I think Bessie would have liked it.  Bessie was a woman before her time.  She was free with her own set of wheels to take her any place at the flip of a penny.  This book does an excellent job of giving the reader a window to her world.  The author made poetry, and did not miss the hard, or the sad parts.  Everything was coved from her wins to her chases.  Add the amazing illustrations on top, and this book is just excellent.