Sally D

One of my favorite books in a long time. I am bringing it to my book club next month. I think they will love it.

There is no doubt that this author is a very capable writer. Many of his passages are quite lyrical. However when he changes route and goes into the patois of the main character and his buddies it becomes most difficult to understand. It is as if, one is riding along on a smooth running, clear as glass sea and quite suddenly hits a patch of unbelievable choppy, dangerous water. It stops the reader in his/her tracks to sort out what is actually being said. I have to admit I really tried to stick to this story but just could no longer ride the waves.

The Yellow Bird Sings is a surprising novel. Although the story revolves around a horrific time in history, it mainly centers on the beautiful relationship between a mother and her daughter. The story captivated me. Through difficult situations, separation and heartbreak, it remained sweet, hopeful and powerful.