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Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit |
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Rating:  Summary: A thoroughly enjoyable book Review: This quirky novel tells the story of Jeanette, who is adpted into a very devout, Evangelical house in England. As she grows, she begins to realize how different she is from the people around her, whether it's the reaction of teachers and students to her religious views at the public school (the 'Breeding Ground,' as her mother calls it) or her "unnatural passion" for young Melanie who works at the fish stall in the local market. Her views of God, religion and the search for perfection are all challenged by her desire to learn more about herself. At one point, she is locked into a room for 32 hours to "purge her of the demons" when her church discovers her relationship with Melanie. Through all the obstacles, she remains true to herself. This book is filled with both humor and drama, as well as strong characters: the strong-willed Mother whose ideas of God and religion make an imprint on Jeanette's view of the world; Elsie, the only woman who seems to truly understand what Jeanette is going through and how to deal with it; and Jeanette herself, a sharp young girl with strong opinions of right and wrong and learns that it is okay to be different.
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