Francis-Sharma, Lauren

A sad, compelling novel about a woman of color who fights against society’s expectation, Francis-Sharma’s novel (after ’Til the Well Runs Dry) is an excellent choice for book groups. [See Prepub Alert, 12/9/19.]

The author does an excellent job of developing her characters and expressing the difficulties of their lives, while providing the reader with authentic Trinidadian touches. An excellent book for fans of historical fiction and Caribbean tales, this will also be appreciated by those who enjoy following characters through large segments of their life, rather than just viewing a snapshot of time.