by Alecia McKenzie
Reviewed by Janet:
This short but thoroughly enjoyable novel immerses the reader in a neighborhood in rural Jamaica when Christopher, an American artist, retreats to the home of Auntie Della after a personal tragedy. A wonderful range of characters, both in Jamaica and in New York City, share their individual experiences to build a wonderful ensemble story that defies race, gender, and background to create a heartwarming tale of family that goes beyond traditional definition.