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Five Quarters of The Orange

Five Quarters of The Orange
by Joanne Harris
Hardcover: May 2001,
336 pages.
Paperback: Jun 2002,
320 pages.

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Rated 5 of 5 of 5 by Diane
I enjoyed this book very much. The language is to be savored like a fine meal. The mystery of this town and family were so intriguing that I found myself to be completely engrossed and ignoring my duties in the here and now.

Rated 3 of 5 of 5 by dave
was i missing something here?

this book was a chore to read. was it a chick book and i am a guy? somebody throw me a bone here...

dave

Rated 1 of 5 of 5 by diane
I hated this book. I felt no sympathy for the narrator. She was a cruel child who didn't manage to earn the redemption that she sought as an adult.

Rated 5 of 5 of 5 by Erna
I found this book to be delightful - an intriguing read. The juxtaposition of the nine year old girl with the 60 year old woman reveals how little our true character changes throughout the years. The mystery of the recipe book is played out throughout the story, and retains its mystique from its first mention on page one. The characters were depicted with enough complexity to make them real. I enjoyed it greatly.

Rated 5 of 5 of 5 by Manasi
Beautifully written...one of the best books I've ever read...

Rated 5 of 5 of 5 by Beth
Such a wonderful blend of delicious aromas, poignant feelings and horrific events. I couldn't put it down.
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