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Summary: A Genuine Reading Experience
Review: My Book Club SISTERFRIENDS (New Jersey) just finished reading a dynamic story of strength, inspiration and courage. "Weeping WIllows Dance" by Gloria Mallette was a genuine reading experience. Mozelle's (the central character) life leaped from the pages and the reader was transported thru time to be an eyewitness as she dealt with unsurmountable obstacles time and time again. This woman's true story, is a must read. Everyone goes thru periods in life when we question the decisions we make and the course our lives have taken as a result of those decisions. Sometimes we hit bottom and feel there's no way out, that no one has ever dealt with the issues we face. The courage and determination demonstrated by Mozelle is a testimony to womanhood. Mozelle has left us the legacy of her life as a gift. Ms. Mallette visited our October book club meeting. She graciously shared from her heart her own experiences with her grandmother shedding even more insight and love for this powerful woman. Honor yourself and read Mozelle's story. You will never be the same!
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Summary: FABULOUS!
Review: This book is one of the best I have read in months. Truely a literary work. If anyone is looking for a book outside of the "normal" black author genre, this is the book to read. Gloria Mallette is a fabulous writer and I can't wait to read more from her.
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Summary: One of the sadest, yet excellent books I've ever read!!
Review: This book is sad, when you think you've had it bad remember Mozelle's story. Mozelle's life was hard and she had alot of faith and strength but I also feel that sometimes it was a weakness to be so strong. When she had a chance at happiness because of her promises and faith she may have "missed out" with someone who truly loved her.I also felt she was a cleaver woman, because of the things she thought of to survive. This is a well written book. My book club "SWR" had a chance to speak with the author and she seemed to be a wonderful lady. I commend her and her grandmother for this story. I loved this book!!!
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Summary: Review of Weeping Willow Dance
Review: This book ranks high on my list. How a woman could overcome poverty and domestic abuse, and never lose faith in God is truly inspiring. I will make sure that my daughter reads this book when she is old enough to understand.
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Summary: A SMOOTH RIDE TILL THE END
Review: This is a great book especially if your looking for something other than "baby momma drama". Ms Mallette did a wonderful job writing this book. She makes you feel as though you are witnessing the events taking place. I highly recommend!! HER BEST WORK YET!!!!!!!!!!!
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Summary: A SMOOTH RIDE TILL THE END
Review: This is a great book especially if your looking for something other than "baby momma drama". Ms Mallette did a wonderful job writing this book. She makes you feel as though you are witnessing the events taking place. I highly recommend!! HER BEST WORK YET!!!!!!!!!!!
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Summary: MORE ABUSE THAN THE COLOR PURPLE
Review: This is a true story of Ms. Mallette's grandmother Mozelle Tate. In my opinion this woman lived 2 steps above slavery. Mrs. Tate was marrried to a no good cheating "husband" at the age of 15 who never encouraged anything Mozelle wanted to do or get. He was 25 yrs older. It's a shamed she lived her life being punished by her husband because Randell, Mozelle's husband, couldn't marry the woman he really wanted. As a woman living today, it was very difficult to read this novel and not get angry and cry. Many times I said to myself, I would have...she should have..., but the truth be told, I have no idea of how to handle Mozelle's life since I've never been in her shoes. Mozelle made a promise to God that once Randell was out of her life (one way or another), she would never take another man or husband. In the end, she was really married to God. Talk about having strong faith. Ms. Mallette is a wonderful writer and story teller.
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Summary: MORE ABUSE THAN THE COLOR PURPLE
Review: This is a true story of Ms. Mallette's grandmother Mozelle Tate. In my opinion this woman lived 2 steps above slavery. Mrs. Tate was marrried to a no good cheating "husband" at the age of 15 who never encouraged anything Mozelle wanted to do or get. He was 25 yrs older. It's a shamed she lived her life being punished by her husband because Randell, Mozelle's husband, couldn't marry the woman he really wanted. As a woman living today, it was very difficult to read this novel and not get angry and cry. Many times I said to myself, I would have...she should have..., but the truth be told, I have no idea of how to handle Mozelle's life since I've never been in her shoes. Mozelle made a promise to God that once Randell was out of her life (one way or another), she would never take another man or husband. In the end, she was really married to God. Talk about having strong faith. Ms. Mallette is a wonderful writer and story teller.
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Summary: An Amazing Story by a Graceful Author
Review: This is an excellent story about one woman's strenth, tenacity, love, and dedication to her faith in God and her children. Highly recommended. The author paints a vivid picture. You live every moment with Mozelle and all of the other characters as well.
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Summary: Captivating!
Review: This was an excellent read. Very sad but real story of Mozelle growing up in the South. I felt so hurt for her for all the pain her "husband" brought forth in her life. You feel so connected to this story while reading it. All in all through everything, her strength and faith in God is what brought her through trials and tribulations. Excellent book. Keep up the good work Ms. Mallette!
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