Debbie "DJ"'s Reviews > The Twelve Tribes of Hattie

This book drew me in right away. The story centers around an African American woman, Hattie, who leaves the south yet is still entrenched in it in many ways. Most chapters focus on the life of one of her many children, and includes the date, which really gave me a perspective of life in those times, especially for someone of color. I felt the whole story merged together nicely, and flowed in a way that kept me connected to all the characters. Reminiscent of Toni Morrison, the writing is superb. I'm a sucker for any character driven book, and this one was excellent.