Question

A real-life tragedy led Katherine Paterson to write Bridge to Terabithia. Her son

David's best friend, Lisa Hill, was struck by lightning and killed. How does knowing
about this tragedy add to your understanding and appreciation of the book?

Answer 1

It definitely adds more meaning to the story than what was already there. I think it can definitely put you in a better place of understanding especially if you've had a loss like that. Knowing this makes me respect the book, and the writer them self more than I already did. Lovely book of I may say.