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Mother of Pearl
Mother of Pearl
Author: Melinda Haynes
Capturing all the rueful irony and racial ambiavalence of small-town Mississippi in the late 1950's, Melinda Haynes' celebrated novel is a wholly unforgettable exploration of family, identity, and redemption. Mother of Pearl revolves around twenty-eight-year-old Even Grade, a black man who grew up an orphan, and Valuable Korner, the fifte...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780743431033
ISBN-10: 0743431030
Publication Date: 5/1/2001
Pages: 512
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3.6 stars, based on 64 ratings
Publisher: Pocket
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
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  • Currently 5/5 Stars.
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Great read on how people's lives intertwine.
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If you are of a certain age (40-ish or so)and grew up in the South, this book will bring back so many memories. The slang, phrases and attitudes will remind you of long-lost grandparents, other relatives and/or your childhood. This is a witty story and will leave you smiling or laughing out loud at times. Feel free to email with any questions. ~LeAnn
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An interesting story about a young girl but also a small town in Mississippi and how all the people are connected. "Capturing all the rueful irony and racial ambivalence of small-town Mississippi in the late 1950s, Melinda Haynes' celebrated novel is a wholly unforgettable exploration of family, identity, and redemption." -Back Cover. Also from Oprah's Book Club.

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