Lateesha C. (Lateesha) - , reviewed on 4/7/2010 + 5 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 3

I just finished this book today and it was a good read, but I was expecting a little more. The characters were developed really well. I enjoyed each of the ladies stories. From reading the jacket of the book, I thought there were going to be some laugh out loud moments but I didn't experience any of those. I was a little disappointed by the ending. I was left completely unsatisfied. I guess I wanted a little more closure especially with Mawu's character.

On the front cover of the book there's a quote by USA Today that states, "Readers entranced by The Help will be equally riveted by Wench. A deeply moving, beautifully written novel told from the heart." I'm sorry but I didn't find that to be the case. I've read The Help and enjoyed that book tremendously. Don't get me wrong, Wench was written beautifully but personally for me it's not on the same calliber as The Help. The Help had more depth to the story and the characters were flushed out a little more.

Overall....like I stated it was good read, but I want to forewarn some readers that some of the material in the book is shocking. It may be a little hard to stomach for some readers.

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