A review by kitkat2500
Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver
3.0
I had a tough time with this book, even though I’ve enjoyed several Kingsolver novels in the past. I understand the point of the dual narratives, but I just couldn’t get into the 19th century storyline. I was enjoying the modern thread of the story enough though, appreciating the sense of humour and the strong writing.
So I must admit that, early on, I stopped reading the second story entirely, and that’s how I got through the book! I liked the themes about politics, financial security, healthcare and education costs, and climate change. Some interesting positions to think about.
As Trig stated: “For sure you won’t find your way out of the mess if you keep picking up bricks and stuffing them in your pockets. What you have to do it look for blue sky.”
So I must admit that, early on, I stopped reading the second story entirely, and that’s how I got through the book! I liked the themes about politics, financial security, healthcare and education costs, and climate change. Some interesting positions to think about.
As Trig stated: “For sure you won’t find your way out of the mess if you keep picking up bricks and stuffing them in your pockets. What you have to do it look for blue sky.”