raconteur reviewed on 9/23/2010 + 168 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 1

I think this is a very powerful book. I cried, raged, and, at times, laughed helplessly. Mainly, though, I was so enraged at some of the characters ... I was ready to go into the book with a shotgun. I mean, it's a powerful work - be prepared to feel it.

The subject matter is Serious - rape, poverty, abuse. The way in which it is written and told ... brilliant. Allison writes in the tone of voice which I am used to hearing from my years spent in the south. At the same time, she adds so much power to both her writing and subject matter that one can't help but Listen.

I consider this a must read for women. Whether women like to admit it or not, we face (directly or indirectly) rape, poverty, and abuse on a daily basis. It's so prevalent in our global culture - even if we're the "lucky" ones, and are not touched by it directly.

I'd give this book more than 5 stars if I could.

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