A must read for all childen Review by gabinaBertha is a ten year old girl who is smart and sassy and has a sense of humor. In this book she has to overcome mean girls in school, a domineering mother who insists that she gets perfect grades or has to write the entire test over in order to learn from her mistakes and more. She even goes to weigh loss boot camp but not without her snacks to keep her fortified. The book is funny, heartwarming and a must read for all kids that have ever had a weight problem. Read My Name is Bertha which is a set of short stories based on real life things that happened to the author.