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Title: Shifting Through Neutral by Bridgett M. Davis ISBN: 0-06-057249-3 Publisher: Amistad Pub. Date: 04 May, 2004 Format: Hardcover Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $23.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.43 (7 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Realistic read with little drama
Comment: Told in first person from the viewpoint of Rae Dodson, a nine year old girl who sleeps on her father's back. For me, this was a satisfying read. I loved all of the characters, even the ones I should have disliked, I loved, because the writer did so well developing even the most minor characters.
After discovering that this book was set in Detroit, I rushed out and bought it the same day it was released. I was excited about the book because it seemed unique. The story of a daddy's girl also appealed to me because I was never that and secretly longed to be. All of the characters in the book were memorable and interesting. I understood the mother with all of her faults, and I appreciated JD the father and his love for his child.
If you're looking for a lot of drama, you won't find it in this book, but there is a hint of mystery involving JD, Rae, and JD's stepdaughter Kimmie that will keep you guessing until the very end.
Also, the book was set in the 70's and the writer did an excellent job of placing the reader in that era. Similar to listening to an old song that triggers memories, this book did the same for me as I was a young child who grew up in Detroit in the 70's.
If you're looking for beautiful prose and a book with a realistic feel that will thrust you into the story, this is the book I would recommend reading.
Rating: 4
Summary: Daddy's Girl
Comment: As I read Shifting Through Neutral, all I could think about was my relationship with my Dad. I've often described myself as a "Daddy's Girl" and it's a wonderful thing. I happen to look like him and have his wonderful personality. I'm in my mid-40's and am Blessed to have a strong black man as my father. This book is something to be celebrated. Ms. Davis congratulations.
Rating: 5
Summary: awesome
Comment: Shifting Through Neutral was an awesome book. It was wonderfully written. The story is told through the eyes of Rae, an adolescent, who is growing up in Detroit in a dysfunctional family, to say the least. Her mother due to personal problems, withdraws from Rae causing problems and repercussions that last with Rae into adulthood. Her father, who Rae idolizes, is also dealing with failed health problems and side effects resulting from a lost love. This book was a refreshing read. It's different than other books on the market. It truly is a remarkable fiction novel debut.
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Title: A Woman's Worth : A Novel (Strivers Row) by TRACY PRICE-THOMPSON ISBN: 0375506500 Publisher: One World/Strivers Row Pub. Date: 30 March, 2004 List Price(USD): $21.95 |
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Title: The Honey Well by Gloria Mallette ISBN: 075820468X Publisher: Dafina Pub. Date: 01 November, 2003 List Price(USD): $24.00 |
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Title: On the Down Low: A Journey Into the Lives of "Straight" Black Men Who Sleep with Men by J.L. King ISBN: 0767913981 Publisher: Broadway Books Pub. Date: 16 April, 2004 List Price(USD): $21.95 |
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Title: Camilla's Roses by Bernice L. McFadden ISBN: 0525947965 Publisher: Dutton Books Pub. Date: 22 April, 2004 List Price(USD): $23.95 |
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Title: The Full Matilda : A Novel by DAVID HAYNES ISBN: 0767915690 Publisher: Harlem Moon Pub. Date: 11 May, 2004 List Price(USD): $14.00 |
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