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A review by sunshine608
Second House from the Corner by Sadeqa Johnson
5.0
Finally- it feels so good to read contempary African American fictions that isn't street lit, Christian Fiction or Civil Rights related. I really enjoyed this book and think that Ms. Johnson is my new favorite auther. I originally wanted to read this one, but it wasn't available at my library so I read love in a Carry on. I finally got my hands on this one and it was worth the wait.
I really Enjoyed Felicia as a character. At times I was frustrated with her actions and felt that they were out of place for her but as her story unfolded I think it just goes to show how hurt, pain and abuse never really heals. In a sense, it's scary that a person can abuse you twice and I think it goes to show the importance of getting help which is taboo in the African American community as Felicia even quoted that we are often times told to "simply move on, get over it". I will say that I never understood her reaction to Shalya's request but I'm glad it was a side story that didn't really go into much more.
Overall, I couldn't put this story down. I really enjoyed all the characters although Preston did get on my nerves a little. Can't wait to read Ms. Johnson's next book!
I really Enjoyed Felicia as a character. At times I was frustrated with her actions and felt that they were out of place for her but as her story unfolded I think it just goes to show how hurt, pain and abuse never really heals. In a sense, it's scary that a person can abuse you twice and I think it goes to show the importance of getting help which is taboo in the African American community as Felicia even quoted that we are often times told to "simply move on, get over it". I will say that I never understood her reaction to Shalya's request but I'm glad it was a side story that didn't really go into much more.
Overall, I couldn't put this story down. I really enjoyed all the characters although Preston did get on my nerves a little. Can't wait to read Ms. Johnson's next book!