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| The Classic and still a great story |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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I first read this book in 1971 when it was called A Place for Us. I was starving for a portrayal of love between women that was positive and captured the "spiritual" feeling of that experience(as well as its other aspects). This book was it. A friend had it and she didn't want to lend it to me until she read it, so the two of us stayed up from 10 p.m. unti 3 a.m. reading it aloud to each other.
Sure, there's more nuanced work out there now but this is still a wonderfully sweet and well-written story that captures, as far as I'm concerned, the heart of what women loving women is about. I just reread it and am amazed at how it still touches me. It is particularly remarkable that the book was written several years before Stonewall and so well presaged how the Gay Liberation Movement would press for a new understanding of love between women. Thank you, Isabel Miller (Alma Routsong), Daughters of Bilitis, and all who made this possible.
I highly recommend this, particularly for women who feel drawn to women and are in circumstances where you feel unsupported.
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| Delivered on time, great condition |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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Like the title says, the book I ordered was delivered very quickly and even though used, was in great condition. I'm very happy with my purchase.
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| Excellent Read |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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Great book. For me, very thought-provoking, inspiring and hopeful.
I ended up reading it in one sitting while over seeing exams.
The prose and eloquent wording are fantastic.
Definitely worth the buy.
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| Loved - Loved - Loved it !!! |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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This is a terrific novel that should not be missed. This is a timeless classic so well written you would think the author made a career in writing historic literature.
You actually feel the deep emotion that they have for each other. It's so strong that you sometimes forget the humor that is laced throughout. There are some powerful scenes that reflect the harsh times where women did not have a say in their own affairs.
There is as much depth in one chapter as you will get in entire novels. The writing simply flows and you don't put the book down until you notice the day has gone dark and lunch and dinner time have passed you by. Wonderful characters so rich in details that you wonder about them long after the novel ends.
I couldn't be happier by the authors other books - if you enjoyed Patience and Sarah you will be delighted with Side by Side.
You will not find a better novel to read
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| You could feel the passion |
| Customer Rating: 4 out of 5 |
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A touching story of two women who fall in love and defy their families and society to be together. Nothing vulgar or obscene. The author did a wonderful job of portraying the genuine love these two women felt for eachother despite very different upbringings. A quick and enjoyable read.
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