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Summary: I Loved This Book
Review: This wasn't your typical book. It showed real African American men. These men had real emotions and real problems. This book allows you into the mind of a man. I highly recommend this book. If you like Eric Jerome Dickey you will love Travis Hunter. This book had me in tears literally at the end.
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Summary: Can't wait for the next one...
Review: Travis Hunter has truly captured the hearts and souls of African American men in his debut novel The Hearts of Men. The characters are full of life and most importantly possess the qualities and characteristics of people that we all encounter at some point in our lives. Prodigy Banks is a believable representation of the single black man out and about in present day society. With a complicated past and a tendency to make quick decisions he will later regret, I think a number of young professionals can identify with his experiences.Hearts of Men is the kind of book that influences the reader to ask questions pertaining to issues in their own lives, marriages, relationships, and decisions. It is a thought provoking novel that is not afraid to expose the insecurities of both men and women. Bernard Charles and his wife enter a realm that unfortunately many couples face during the course of their lives together. Their interaction is a testimony to what happens when a relationship loses communication and understanding. Poppa Doc is the grandfather that I personally never had a chance to meet. He brings wisdom, patience, and experience into his circle of family and friends. The sadness surrounding his health issues is removed by the lingering promise that his words will continue to inspire the characters he encounters even if his ailments eventually remove him physically from their lives. The Hearts of Men is a rare find among African American novels today. It keeps a real perspective while maintaining a positive overall tone. I am excited about Married, But Still Looking. I anticipate that it will be another realistic journey into the lives of everyday, but in their own right, extraordinary people.
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Summary: An Inside Look At the Hearts of Men
Review: We can only assume what the heart a man may hold. Never do we really know because they are not as forthcoming. The Hearts of Men made me smile, laugh out loud, gasp and cry. This was truly a touching story.
The characters were portrayed so realistically that you could see glimpses of folks in your life. The novel centered on the lives of three generations of men, none related by blood but related by manhood. Poppa Doc, with his wisdom of life and responsibilities, was my favorite. He touched all their lives in a very profound way. Bernard, a son, husband and father who thought he was doing the right things but unable to see his ways were helping to destroy his marriage. I felt his pain and was overjoyed that he was able to fight through his pain. And finally we have Prodigy (a unique name). Prodigy, who has been there, done that, was able to open his heart to a child and his child. Prodigy came full circle to finally find peace and happiness.
Travis Hunte!r writes with so much enthusiasm and realism that this was a quick read with many messages that you cannot help but heed. Good job!
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