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The House of Eve
From the award-winning author of Yellow Wife, a daring and redemptive novel set in 1950s Philadelphia and Washington, DC, that explores what it means to be a woman and a mother, and how much one is willing to sacrifice to achieve her greatest goal. Eleanor and Ruby don’t know each other, but their journeys in education, love, and motherhood run parallel lines until they collide in the most unexpected way.
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I really enjoyed The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson! Despite it covering very heavy subject matter I found it to be a quick read and easily fell into the world Johnson painted.
I do recommend checking the trigger warnings on this book as it does heavily deal with miscarriage, stillbirth, and infertility. The topics are handled in a compassionate yet realistic and heart wrenching manner and I think that is a testament to Johnson’s writing.
This book gave me so many things I want from historical fiction: I learned something new, was able to see the world through another person’s eyes, and connected with the characters. I especially loved Ruby and her storyline.
The only reason the book is not a five star read for me is because I wanted more resolution for the characters I’d come to be so attached to. To me, the ending felt rushed and a little too neatly settled for a book that covered such heavy and heartbreaking topics. Both Ruby and Eleanor experience real grief, pain, and loss - and the ending felt a little too neat and tidy.
But, this is a minor critique from me. Overall, I loved the book and would happily recommend it to others.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an Advanced Reader’s Copy of The House of Eve. All opinions are my own.
I do recommend checking the trigger warnings on this book as it does heavily deal with miscarriage, stillbirth, and infertility. The topics are handled in a compassionate yet realistic and heart wrenching manner and I think that is a testament to Johnson’s writing.
This book gave me so many things I want from historical fiction: I learned something new, was able to see the world through another person’s eyes, and connected with the characters. I especially loved Ruby and her storyline.
The only reason the book is not a five star read for me is because I wanted more resolution for the characters I’d come to be so attached to. To me, the ending felt rushed and a little too neatly settled for a book that covered such heavy and heartbreaking topics. Both Ruby and Eleanor experience real grief, pain, and loss - and the ending felt a little too neat and tidy.
But, this is a minor critique from me. Overall, I loved the book and would happily recommend it to others.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an Advanced Reader’s Copy of The House of Eve. All opinions are my own.
I LOVED this book! A fast-paced novel that is beautifully written. It has anticipated moments, however it is still an enjoyable and captivating read. The dual point of view gives readers a deeper understanding of the characters’ perspectives. The fact that it is inspired by true events provides a sense of realism and emotional resonance to the story.
It was a good book to read while passing my time traveling.. not a page turner but a good story overall
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / 4 stars
I was a huge fan of Yellow Wife and eagerly awaited the release of Sadeqa Johnson's next novel. I had intended to read the hardcover when it released but I got busy with other things and so I borrowed the audiobook instead. I am really glad I did because I found the dual narration to be quite lovely and lent to the emotional pull of the story.
The book is set in the late 1940s and early 50s. It follows two African American females, one in Philadelphia and one in Washington DC, and tells of their experiences with racial and gender inequality.
It's deeply moving even if somewhat predictable, but I still found myself fully invested in these two stories and how they connected.
I was a huge fan of Yellow Wife and eagerly awaited the release of Sadeqa Johnson's next novel. I had intended to read the hardcover when it released but I got busy with other things and so I borrowed the audiobook instead. I am really glad I did because I found the dual narration to be quite lovely and lent to the emotional pull of the story.
The book is set in the late 1940s and early 50s. It follows two African American females, one in Philadelphia and one in Washington DC, and tells of their experiences with racial and gender inequality.
It's deeply moving even if somewhat predictable, but I still found myself fully invested in these two stories and how they connected.
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