Jen P. (quixotictea) reviewed on 10/29/2006 + 38 more book reviews

A beautifully embroidered story of a woman who moves back to the village of her childhood after fleeing years before in utter disgrace with her mother and siblings. Through flashbacks, we learn the history of Framboise's family, their connection with the German occupation, their own family's inner turmoil, and childhood mistakes with dire consequences. I have great admiration for Joanne Harris' ability to paint such compelling relationships and characters. I feel that I know this family intimately.

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