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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Vivid, graphic, but still easy to swallow,
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This review is from: Surviving Mae West (Paperback)
I'd actually give it 4 1/2 stars, but the system won't let me!
It is an awesome book; and I loved it. It was very well written and an easy, enjoyable read. Once I got about twenty pages into it, I had a hard time putting it down. While it had a few dark moments, it was witty, clever, and lighter than I had anticipated. I could relate to the main character, Tess, in her recovery from rape and struggle to find her way. It is an interesting journey through the NY brothel, the dynamics of relationships (family, friends, and johns), and her inner emotions. She is so real, down to earth, and honest about her life. The language of descriptions and metaphors was rich and vivid. The world through Tess' eyes was rendered so clearly, her voice was such a strong one, that I felt I was there seeing what she was seeing and feeling what she was feeling. I got lost in the wonderful and creative details of the story. The interesting thing is the psychological aspect of the novel - the exploration of the rape victim's mind and what she does in response - very real world. It is a realistic reflection on what many young women go through. Also, it helped humanize prostitutes and strippers. An eye opener. |
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Surviving Mae West by Priscilla A. Rodd (Paperback - May 30, 2006)
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