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Its likeOcean’s ElevenmeetsSherlock Holmes, and its an absolute delight.
But thats part of the fun.
In a tough year, it’s been soothing to read accounts of people’sresilienceand survival despite pretty relentless hardships.
I’m better for it.
But I wound up loving it.
It gets meevery time.
And the rest of the cast of characters is just as lovable.
Mahrees dad is a cop and Pipers dad is a congressman whos vocal about ending the apartheid.
But as part of a school study-abroad program, Piper’s family ends up hosting Mahree.
As Mahree learns more about Piper, she realizes how much they have in common.
She begins to understand her own racism, and starts to unpack how unjust the apartheid system is.
The movie is framed for kids and teens, but somehow doesnt lose any depth along the way.
The plot ofConversations With Friendsisnt anything astounding.
In fact, very little actuallyhappens.
So while very few climactic events occur, this book is still an absolute journey from beginning to end.
Madaus
Read it:$16,bookshop.orgoramazon.com
