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We Need More Super Women, April 6, 2007
This review is from: Superwoman's Child: Son of a Single Mother (Paperback)
In Super Woman's child son of a Single Mother by J.L. Woodson, main character, Cynthia, takes no prisoner's; it is all or nothing. She gives all and expects all from the people in her life, especially her son, Sean. Cynthia had a determined mother who taught her to live by outstanding ethics and morals, so she expected no less from her son. Sean's mother taught him that no excuses could be made for not taking care of his responsibilities; homework must be done and slacking up on his schoolwork only brought him problems.
Sean had his share of growing pains, having to deal with not having a man in his life to lead the way. Super Woman did not let this handicap her son's life; with her guidance he was able to put his hurts aside and become an outstanding man. When one solution did not work, it was on to the next resolution. When Sean had problems at school, she worked diligently to find a school that would give him the support that he needed, paving the way for Sean to reach manhood with stellar academic accomplishments.
I enjoyed this book because it shows what a determined mother can achieve. J. L. Woodson wrote an excellent tribute to his mother. It felt good to read a book about a young Black man making it in today's world when all odds are against him. If you like to read a feel-good book, you might want to give this author a try. Mothers can give this book to their struggling sons; maybe it will uplift them. This young author as an excellent writing style and I will read him again, I found this book to be refreshing. As he ages, I expect his stories to evolve.
Reviewed By Margaret Ball
APOOO BookClub
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Moving On and Moving Out, February 9, 2007
This review is from: Superwoman's Child: Son of a Single Mother (Paperback)
SUPER WOMAN'S CHILD: Son of a Single Mother by J. L. Woodson
is a teenage boy's story and tribute to his mother and single mothers throughout the world. Sean Morris takes the reader on a journey throughout his life while being raised by his mother, surrogate grandmother and an aunt. Through his trials, tribulations and his joys, the one person missing from his life is his father. This is a painful subject with Sean, who goes to great lengths to get his father's attention. Sean must learn to accept and cope with the fact and accept that his father is truly an absentee dad, through no fault of his own.
Attempting to make a better life for her child, Cynthia moves to the suburbs of Chicago only to discover racism within the school system and threats within the neighborhood. Sean is shuffled off to other schools, moves in with his father and finally lands in a college preparatory magnet school. It is here that Sean finally comes into his own; accepts his fate and things he cannot change, i.e., his father's apathy towards him. With the help of the school staff and classmates, community programs and his mother's staunch determination, he strives to survive, graduate high school and attend college.
From an attention grabbing opening to a fulfilling conclusion, SUPER WOMAN'S CHILD: Son of a Single Mother is a revealing look into the household of one fatherless child amidst many hilarious and sad moments. With a core family, which has Sean's best interest at heart, there are not many goals he cannot reach. This story is a special tribute to a special woman and many women throughout the world. J. L. Woodson does single mothers proud.
Reviewed by Dawn R. Reeves
of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers
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3.0 out of 5 stars
S.W.C., August 28, 2011
This review is from: Superwoman's Child: Son of a Single Mother (Paperback)
SUPERWOMAN'S CHILD by J.L. Woodson tells the story of Sean Morris, a troubled child, and his mother Cynthia, a single parent doing the best that she can to raise her young son right.
I was expecting some kind of insight from the standpoint of the son as to why he was getting in trouble, missing school assignments and not applying himself. The apparent issue of his missing father seems convenient more so than actual and I would've preferred if the author had been more detailed in the action plans the therapist worked on while helping the child became familiar with his emotions.
SUPERWOMAN'S CHILD wasn't a bad read; it's just not what I thought it would be as readers hear from Sean's standpoint. And though you see him finally get his act together, the story itself just isn`t strong enough to hold your interest.
While I'm all for suggesting books, I find it hard to believe that a teenaged boy would recommend EVERY WOMAN NEEDS A WIFE to other teenage boys. I get that the author of that book is the author of this book's mother, but perhaps what would've been more helpful is a book relatable to teen boys. I enjoyed the college visits as that part of the story was detailed with rich and valuable history. A few issues in editing.
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