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Summary: Dangling on a String by Gloria Dunbar
Review: I found "Dangling on a String" to be quite refreshing in a day and age when many writers (Black as well as Caucasian)focus a great deal on violence, sex, drugs, crime, and inner-city problems. I also appreciated the lack of excessive profanity. It was enjoyable reading a love story about two young people who are not only highly intellectually motivated but also have strong moral values which, unfortunately, we see too little of today. Of course, this is not to say they were perfect. What is perfection, anyway? I look forward to reading her next book which, perhaps, could possibly be a sequel to "Dangling on a String". After all, the author did leave us dangling, not knowing whether or not Tina and Bruce would marry or remain just friends in the end. This is a must-read!
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Summary: DANGLING ON A STRING
Review: I found it difficult to put this book down. It had all the ex- citement of a love story without it being too mushy. At the same time it read as a mystery because the the book kept me wondering if Tina would be able to overcome her feelings of dejection and depression. . I liked the way the author gave the readers an insight of Tina's background as a young lady because it showed that coming from a family with strong beliefs and moral values , it helped Tina to have the strength to overcome her sense of worthlessness and evolve as an independent, strong female.Tina could be anyone of the thousands of young, Afro-American Women in our society who face rejection, divorce and single parenting. I believe the book is best at pulling the reader into the character of Tina and allowing us to see the Tina in all of us.
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Summary: DANGLING ON A STRING
Review: I found it difficult to put this book down. It had all the ex- citement of a love story without it being too mushy. At the same time it read as a mystery because the the book kept me wondering if Tina would be able to overcome her feelings of dejection and depression. . I liked the way the author gave the readers an insight of Tina's background as a young lady because it showed that coming from a family with strong beliefs and moral values , it helped Tina to have the strength to overcome her sense of worthlessness and evolve as an independent, strong female. Tina could be anyone of the thousands of young, Afro-American Women in our society who face rejection, divorce and single parenting. I believe the book is best at pulling the reader into the character of Tina and allowing us to see the Tina in all of us.
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Summary: Dangling Review
Review: I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It gave a warm and inspiring feeling about second chances in life. Not all of us are fortunate enough to get second chances, but if we do, they should be considered a blessing. I especially liked the ending because you really don't know whether or not Tina lived happily ever after with Bruce, but you were left with the thought that they may have. I love it when an author can leave your imagination to run wild. There were also parts where I didn't want to put the book down because I wanted to know what was going to happen to Tina next. Great first book! I'll will be waiting for the next one by Ms. Dunbar!
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Summary: Dangling Review
Review: I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It gave a warm and inspiring feeling about second chances in life. Not all of us are fortunate enough to get second chances, but if we do, they should be considered a blessing. I especially liked the ending because you really don't know whether or not Tina lived happily ever after with Bruce, but you were left with the thought that they may have. I love it when an author can leave your imagination to run wild. There were also parts where I didn't want to put the book down because I wanted to know what was going to happen to Tina next. Great first book! I'll will be waiting for the next one by Ms. Dunbar!
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Summary: An excellent piece of work
Review: Ms. Dunbar did an excellent job in character development. Everyone can relate to Tina's growing up and finding her way through life's many surprises. It's a real eye-opener to see how middle class black folks live without violence and do have normal lives. Part of the fun and excitement of this novel was contemplating Tina's next move, and the excitement of seeing where Bruce's heart will eventually land. I could have wished for more pages to see the outcome for Tina and Bruce, but I can wait for the next novel. An excellent up all night read.
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Summary: An excellent piece of work
Review: Ms. Dunbar did an excellent job in character development. Everyone can relate to Tina's growing up and finding her way through life's many surprises. It's a real eye-opener to see how middle class black folks live without violence and do have normal lives. Part of the fun and excitement of this novel was contemplating Tina's next move, and the excitement of seeing where Bruce's heart will eventually land. I could have wished for more pages to see the outcome for Tina and Bruce, but I can wait for the next novel. An excellent up all night read.
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Summary: Dangling on a String by Gloria Dunbar
Review: Reading "Dangling on a String" is much like watching a terrific romance movie. Each chapter of this intriguing novel flows smoothly into the next chapter which made it difficult to lay down. It as also delightful reading about African-Americans, portrayed as having moral values...no different than other races of people. The segment of events are so realistic that I felt like each chapter was quoting the life of someone I actually know. "Dangling on a String" is a MUST READ for both the romantic and the non-romantic reader.
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Summary: Dangling on a String by Gloria Dunbar
Review: Reading "Dangling on a String" is much like watching a terrific romance movie. Each chapter of this intriguing novel flows smoothly into the next chapter which made it difficult to lay down. It as also delightful reading about African-Americans, portrayed as having moral values...no different than other races of people. The segment of events are so realistic that I felt like each chapter was quoting the life of someone I actually know. "Dangling on a String" is a MUST READ for both the romantic and the non-romantic reader.
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Summary: The Real World
Review: The heroine, Tina, is as intriguing as any notable J. California Cooper character we've ever encountered. Gloria Dunbar, the author, weaves a tale that smacks of "mother-wits" virtues. We cry, laugh, and dream with Tina; Bruce, the duckling who becomes a swan; Cassandra, a very wise {"kiss my butt, World"} friend, and a host of other people, and I deem them people_not characters in this "up all night reading novel"! Folks, you'll love and relate to this wonderful tale.
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