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Island on the Edge of the World
Island on the Edge of the World | Deborah Rodriguez
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Haiti. A poor country rich in courage, strength and love. As these four women are about to discover. Charlie, the rootless daughter of American missionaries, now working as a hairdresser in Northern California. But the repercussions of a traumatic childhood far from home have left her struggling for her way in life. Bea, Charlie's eccentric grandmother, who is convinced a reunion with her estranged mother will help Charlie heal. Lizbeth, a Texas widow who has never strayed too far from home. She is on a daunting journey into the unknown, searching for the grandchild she never knew existed. And Senzey, a young Haitian mother dealing with a lifetime of love and loss, who shows them the true meaning of bravery. Together they venture through the teeming, colorful streets of Port-au-Prince, into the worlds of do-gooders doing more harm than good, Vodou practitioners, artists, activists, and everyday Haitian men and women determined to survive against all odds. For Charlie, Bea, Lizbeth and Senzey, life will never be the same again . . .
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TheHeartlandBookFairy
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Books, reading... A way to travel the world, to visit exotic places, to learn about & be immersed in other cultures. Deborah Rodriguez is a masterful researcher and writer. In both non fiction & fiction, DR's books transport me to foreign lands, teaching me about different cultures and customs. Her books are always eye opening & entertaining, serious & humorous. I enjoyed getting to know the characters in this book... (cont in comments)

TheHeartlandBookFairy Bea, her daughter April, her grand daughter Chalie, Lizbeth, & Senzy. Some related, some strangers. But this group of women pull together support one another, do hard things, and find their way staying true to themselves. Island on the Edge of the World is a beautiful book, a story, that will open your eyes and touch your heart. 2y
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keepingupwiththepenguins
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I'm really impressed with the way that Deborah Rodriguez tackled some really tough themes and issues in this fun summer read. Four very different women come together, overcoming all obstacles, to find a lost child in Haiti. A great book club pick, that thoughtfully includes discussion questions, recipes, AND a guide to ethically helping Haitian people in the back! Extended review for subscribers at https://www.keepingupwiththepenguins.com

keepingupwiththepenguins P.S. Thank you to the fine folks at Bantam Books (Penguin Random House Australia) for sending me a copy of this one to review! 4y
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