Cane River

AKA2D '91 · #1 07-25-2001, 04:39 PM

See, you all are gonna make me get this book. My sister had told me about it a couple of weeks ago.

Since I'm from Louzyana and Cane River is in {North} Central Louzyana and I have traveled that area ALL MY LIFE. And it depicts the life and times back in the day of, I guess I should give it a read.

Maybe I should establish a Book Club site for us...hmmmmmm.

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Exquisite5 · #2 07-25-2001, 10:16 PM

I read Cane River about 3 weeks ago and it was sooo good that I finished it in four days. I could not put it down! I am not even sure I had a favorite character because I found strength, courage, and marked wit in all of the women of the book.

With my family hailing from Louisiana, it has helped me understand where some of our less than desirable ideas pertaining to skin color and preference came from.

I would reccommend this book to all Sister Friends in need of an eye-opening, yet entertaining read.

kell1gs · #3 07-25-2001, 10:22 PM

and if ur not convinced read an excerpt here http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...268124-0184615

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Sexy Mocha · #4 07-26-2001, 12:38 AM

Has anyone read the book "Cane River" yet? It's part of Oprah's book club...it's the book the club is reading this summer. The book is AWESOME!! It's a must-read. I can't put the book down!

Eastcoast Sunshine · #5 07-26-2001, 12:45 AM

I just bought this book last night and like a little kid, I looked at the pictures first-lol, but now I can't wait to begin. I'll keep you posted.

Convinced · #6 07-26-2001, 12:47 AM

This book is one of the best that I have ever read. Who is your favorite character? I loved Philomene.

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Sexy Mocha · #7 07-26-2001, 12:56 AM

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Originally posted by Convinced:
This book is one of the best that I have ever read. Who is your favorite character? I loved Philomene.

Soror, I LOVE Philomene! She is SO intelligent and strong. I admire the way she sets out to get the very best for her children. I haven't gotten to the story of Emily yet, but I sense she'll soon be my favorite!

EastCoast Sunshine, You're in for a real treat with this book!