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Title: Love
Authors: Morrison, Toni
Genre: Fiction
Pages: 202
Year: 2003
Language: English
Description: Many women are obsessed with Bill Cosey, owner of the Cosey Hotel and Resort on the US East Coast. More than just being the owner, he shapes their yearnings for a father, husband, lover, guardian and friend. Even after his death, he dominates their lives. [Small font]

Comments from Groups:

Everyone LOVED this! It needed careful reading for 'clues' as to who was who, and what actually happened. Auckland 172

Beautifully written with a complex weave of characters. Very thought provoking. Motueka 001

We found this a 'difficult at first' book, but most went on to appreciate it - if not understand, all its complexities. We heartily recommend that members take the time to read it twice. Christchurch 005

There were mixed comments about the book. Most liked it, and found the ideas interesting and thought provoking. A few couldn't help comparing it to 'Beloved', which they thought a superior book. ALL loved her writing - the richness of her vocabulary and her fresh phrases. Masterton 003

We thought this was a good read; it told of hardship, and different kinds of 'love' (right or wrong) during the civil rights movement. Enjoyed by all. Auckland 183

We all found 'Love' not an easy read, but after a good and lively discussion, all went home with a better understanding of the book. There were some lovely passages which were beautifully written. Gisborne 002

Categories: Fiction, Relationships, USA, Blind Low Vision library, Small font

Reviews

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By: LEITH 001 2022-09-28 13:35:39
3 
Some divided opinions. Not enjoyed at all by some, while others thought the language was special but weren't that impressed with the story.

By: WELL 006 2022-09-28 13:34:18
3 
Too many characters with far too complicated relationships - 2 members had to draw up an identity list, which was much appreciated!

By: INVER 003 2022-09-28 13:32:08
3 
Most of us gave the book an average score, but it did provoke some good discussion.

By: WELL 057 2022-09-28 13:31:19
3 
'Love' provoked a lot of questions about plot and character. One of our members absolutely loved it, but she was able to read it more or less in one sitting and so was able to get into the flow of the book, which other readers were unable to do.

By: DUNED 062 2022-09-28 13:28:23
4 
Some didn't complete it, but others thought it extraordinary. All thought it extremely well written.

By: CHCH 086 2022-09-28 13:27:17
4 
Beautifully written but with tragic characters. Good discussion points.

 
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