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"Flight Behavior" is the latest release from Barbara Kingsolver, an author whose work has enchanted me for a long time. Kingsolver is really fantastic with taking a couple different story lines and weaving them together in order to create a masterful work.
This book focuses on two main stories. First, there is the story of Dellarobia, a woman who dreamed of getting away from her life in Appalachia where she is seemingly at the mercy of her in-laws. She feels like she doesn't have a lot of other ...more
This book focuses on two main stories. First, there is the story of Dellarobia, a woman who dreamed of getting away from her life in Appalachia where she is seemingly at the mercy of her in-laws. She feels like she doesn't have a lot of other ...more
I enjoyed it, though some of the climate change information got a bit lecture-y. The depictions of living with limited funds and opportunities resonated with me more.
Flight Behavior is a story about people facing what they don't believe, new cultures, and the truth of their own lives. Kingsolver brilliantly explores how science connects (or doesn't connect) with our popular culture. I also enjoyed her explorations of religion, love, and the paths we choose in life.
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I give this book four out of five stars. I'd recommend it for its compelling story of two cultures meeting, and for an engaging exploration of the effect of climate change on communities. ...more
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I give this book four out of five stars. I'd recommend it for its compelling story of two cultures meeting, and for an engaging exploration of the effect of climate change on communities. ...more
While there is not doubt Kingsolver has beautiful prose, the storyline in this book falls flat. Part of the problem seemed to be the development of the main character, Dellarobia, who never quite feels authentic.
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