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Little Bee
by Chris Cleave
Interesting story about a Nigerian girl escaping the oil wars in her homeland. Each chapter vacillates between the voices of Little Bee and Sarah, an English woman that she met under not so fortunate circumstances.
I found the chapters told from Little Bee's point of view easier to read, and she was overall a more likeable character. Perhaps it was her inner strength and courage as a young woman that was so touching to read. Sarah came off as more indecisive and immature, though a woman of high standing and in her early 30s. The author, at times, used such flowery language for Sarah's voice that it was difficult to follow the meaning.
Overall, a nice, original story that gives way to good discussion.
I found the chapters told from Little Bee's point of view easier to read, and she was overall a more likeable character. Perhaps it was her inner strength and courage as a young woman that was so touching to read. Sarah came off as more indecisive and immature, though a woman of high standing and in her early 30s. The author, at times, used such flowery language for Sarah's voice that it was difficult to follow the meaning.
Overall, a nice, original story that gives way to good discussion.