Oh the difference several years can make between two readings of a very short children's novella. The first time I read SARAH, PLAIN AND TALL (several years ago) I was disappointed that something so short (under 100 pages) and seemingly incomplete could win the Newbery Gold. Now having recently reread the book, I'm surprised that more books like it are not being written.SARAH, PLAIN AND TALL is short and very, very sweet. It's a story about love, loss, longing, and family. It's also about growth and change. There is not a lot of detail; just a simple heartfelt story. It's a rare find nowadays.I didn't enjoy it the first time I read it. But now I love it!