Rita Joseph-Olivetti

Simply fabulous for lovers of Little Women. Father comes alive and has a personality of his own not just the benign beloved mainly absent father in Little Women.He too has adventures including on a slave plantation, the American Civil war and he too falls into temptation but is rescued by his wife the redoubtable Marmee. This book fits right into the classic tale. a tour d force!

Beloved evokes deep emotions ranging from anger, horror ,sadness despair and finally admiration for the enslaved and their descendants who survived the unspeakable atrocities heaped upon them and yet retained their humanity.Brilliant!

A very interesting read, giving an indelible insight into the people ,culture history of the island of Newfoundland in all its stark beauty and hardships. Now I know that Newfoundland too was a British colony and that many of the hopes of Newfoundland's citizens were dashed maybe forever when they became part of Canada.The graphic scene of the killings of countless seals resonate more than ever. This book has encouraged me to learn more about the island's history. A tale well told if a little lengthy with an ending for the Dorthy Parker - like journalist a little too contrived.

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