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Book Review of Family Tree

Family Tree
Family Tree
Author: Barbara Delinsky
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Book Type: Paperback
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I really enjoyed this book about how the birth of a baby with obvious biracial features (to a couple who think they are completely caucasian) changes the way both sides of the family feel and think about themselves and each other. Really made me think about how people define themselves and each other. Also made me want to learn how to knit. The mother in the story is an avid knitter and owns a yarn shop. I can't post this book soon, because I want both of my daughters and my best friend to read it. Then I might have to send it to my mother. It's that kind of a book. It discusses race, class distinction, aging, family secrets, marriage, how important friends are to us, and family ties.