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A review by justagirlwithabook
The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This books covers a topic not often addressed or known from history, that being the WPA’s Pack Horse Library Project and the blue people of Kentucky.
As a librarian, former English teacher of 10 years, and a lover of books and believer in the power of the written word, I was able to connect on so many levels with Cussy Mary “Bluet” and her life as a deliverer of books. What resonated most was the relationship she had with her patrons.
Readers, do be warned that very quickly on there is a marital rape scene. The book also contains instances of sexual harassment and assault, abuse, racism, suicide, medical content, sexism, religious bigotry, and social and economic disparities.
As a librarian, former English teacher of 10 years, and a lover of books and believer in the power of the written word, I was able to connect on so many levels with Cussy Mary “Bluet” and her life as a deliverer of books. What resonated most was the relationship she had with her patrons.
Readers, do be warned that very quickly on there is a marital rape scene. The book also contains instances of sexual harassment and assault, abuse, racism, suicide, medical content, sexism, religious bigotry, and social and economic disparities.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault, Religious bigotry, Rape, Racism, Racial slurs, Medical trauma, and Medical content
Minor: Blood, Child death, Death of parent, Sexism, Suicide, and Vomit