Sunday, August 19, 2018

There there

There there / Tommy Orange, read by Darrell Dennis, Shaun Taylor-Corbet, Alma Cuervo and Kyla Garcia, 294 pgs.

This debut novel is an interesting mix of characters and perspectives.  All are "natives" who have different levels of understanding about their heritage and are struggling with other life events that have nothing to do with heritage.  Everyone has had a tough time one way or another but all are going to end up at the Oakland powwow, a big event that will attract many people. There are funny parts, sad parts and everything in between.  These characters are very real and the author does a great job of giving us a peak into their thoughts and actions.  I listened to the audio that is well done by a cast.  Looking forward to Orange's next effort.

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