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A River Moves Forward is a great tale of self-discovery and redemption. Set in one of the toughest neighborhoods in Chicago and making its way through New York and LA, this novel was a true page tuner, with realistic characters and a believable and engaging plot. I was rooting for Connie and Dean and became frustrated when Connie kept making the same mistakes over and over. And I truly felt the pain of each character as each had his or her own demons to overcome.

I enjoyed the book and was disappointed when it came to an end. The story certainly lends itself to a sequel and I can't wait to see what Tracey is up to! Kudos to debut author Selena Haskins!!… (mais)
 
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tamikachristy | outras 2 resenhas | Nov 21, 2013 |
Life can be complicated and life can be heartbreaking; in fact, there are times when life smiles upon you, but you just can't accept the happiness. "A River Moves Forward" is a tumultuous tale of an African American family's struggle. Selena Haskins provides a well-laid examination into the cause and effects of emotional, physical and substance abuse. She even ventures into identity and cultural issues within race and society.

Kudos to you Selena Haskins for formulating a novel that encompasses decades, from the 50s on, of the Morris family's devastating existence. Upon venturing into the first several chapters of "A River Moves Forward", readers could not imagine the events that would lie ahead in the hopes of a mother - Freda, as she tries to struggle through a failing marriage while forgiving her own shortcomings. Yet, she finds strength in providing her daughter's - Donna "Peaches", Connie and Baby "Gina" with the best life she could - although it is in Chicago's Cabrini Green Housing Projects. Hope could take her but so far, until unimaginable tragedy destroys the family. I am not one to spoil a story, so I will not provide any more detail; however, I will encourage you to get lost in Selena Haskins's powerful story of life.… (mais)
 
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jgrwriter | outras 2 resenhas | Oct 24, 2013 |
This is simply an excellent book! The story encompasses several centuries and the interrelationships of an African American family. The multiple motifs are just as relevant today as they were in 1954,when the novel begins - infidelity, drugs, alcohol, family relations - and the author deals with each beautifully!
The character of Connie is one of the more interesting I've run across in a long time. I found myself rooting for her even though at times the odds were definitely not in her favor. The story, while gritty, is completely believabloe but I feel the author has really nailed what, for me, is the mark of a good book. I want to know what happens next!!! And yes, this book easily lends itself to a sequel.
I believe this is the author's debut novel. Kudos, Ms. Huskins, you've crafted a work well worth reading!
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DianneDHarman | outras 2 resenhas | Sep 14, 2014 |
I read Ms. Haskins' first book, A River Moves Forward, and became fascinated by the characters, their lives, and the way that Ms. Haskins is able to create a world in which the reader really comes to care about the characters. Her latest book did not disappoint. She has captured the essence of the often, very often, greedy world of entertainment and the price people pay when they get caught up in it. I live in Southern California and the industry she writes about is absolutely correct. Connie, Dean, and all of them are characters who are made very believable. And even more important, these are not cardboard cut-out characters. These are people who are allowed to change through the course of the books which makes them even more real.
I recommend to this anyone who likes a good read! I give it an enthusiastic five stars! Enjoy!
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DianneDHarman | Sep 14, 2014 |

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Obras
3
Membros
14
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#739,559
Avaliação
½ 4.7
Resenhas
4
ISBNs
4