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There is a great deal of variety and personality in this essay collection, especially for readers with an eye for art, music, and literature. Those who enjoy Kushner’s novels will gravitate to this collection, and readers new to the author’s writing will be drawn in as well.
Kushner delivers a powerful, character-driven story, highlighting the harsh realities of incarceration. Recommend to those who thought Orange Is the New Black was too sweet and heartwarming. ["Without a shred of sentimentality, Kushner makes us see these characters as humans who are survivors, getting through life the only way they are able to given their circumstances": LJ 4/1/18 review of the Scribner hc.]
This is not the type of novel where a happy ending is possible, but Kushner manages to make the closing paragraphs beautiful. [See Prepub Alert, 11/6/17.]
Having ranged the world in Telex from Cubaand Flamethrowers, both National Book Award finalists, Kushner here places us in a much more telescoped setting: Stanville Women's Correctional Facility in California's Central Valley...
This exceptional collection shines for two reasons: the quality of the selections and the insight of the students of 826 National, a nonprofit organization that helps youth ages six through 18 pursue their creative and expository writing skills.
National Book Award finalist Kushner (Telex from Cuba) presents an incisive, enthralling portrait of a young woman finding her way. [See Prepub Alert, 10/15/12.]