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This book had a unique story, a unique perspective, and best of all a strong voice and excellent prose. It was eminently readable.
It followed two narrators -- Dana and Charice, who are sisters. However, Dana's mother is her father's "secret" second wife, so only Dana is aware of the family relationship. The reason that the dual narration felt like the right choice to me is because it's so easy to reduce this type of relationship to stereotype and assumptions -- the "mistress" who has designs on ...more
It followed two narrators -- Dana and Charice, who are sisters. However, Dana's mother is her father's "secret" second wife, so only Dana is aware of the family relationship. The reason that the dual narration felt like the right choice to me is because it's so easy to reduce this type of relationship to stereotype and assumptions -- the "mistress" who has designs on ...more
Two girls fathered by the same man, one of whom is hidden from the other and is fascinated by the other, deal with life, friendships, and family. I liked the second part of this book a little more than the first - the voice of the girl sounded a little more true to me. The author did a nice job portraying how frustrating life was with a father who lies. The book didn't resonate with me beyond just liking it, but I can see this on the big screen, and would definitely go.
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I try to read at least one book written by a Black author during February/Black History Month, and this beautifully written story about a bigamist and his two daughters was a great read that dealt with race, family, sisterhood, the complexity of marriages and biological families versus found families. I truly enjoyed it and will read more from this author in the future for sure!
Man has two daughters,
Two wives. What happens when they
Meet? Depressing book.
Two wives. What happens when they
Meet? Depressing book.
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