Louise

by Sereta Belgrave

Overview

The setting of this novel is in the idyllic and beautiful island of Barbados. Genre Romance/Drama. It tells of one woman’s endearing story; Louise, the main character, one of six siblings, each with a different father. She did not know her real father and hated men as a result.

She was very beautiful by Barbadian standard, as she was the product of a British man and an African mother Naomi. During her early teen years and beyond, she was forced into an incestuous relationship. Many obstacles befall her that seems life is hopeless, result, a very complicated Protagonist. A variety of themes which include poverty, abuse, sexuality family, love and loss. Is there a chance of happiness for her after all?

Excellent Editorial Reviews from The US Review of Books and The Pacific Book Review also in the US. Website https://www.bajanlass.com

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781479786145
Publisher:	Xlibris US
Publication date:	06/06/2013
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	194
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Sereta Belgrave was born and lived in Barbados, which is located in the Caribbean, for some time. During her late teen years and early twenties, she lived in the United States for some time. Upon her return to Barbados, she worked in the banking industry. She currently works in administration in an educational institution in the government service in Barbados. She has two grown sons and one grandson, whom she absolutely adores. Sereta was passionate about writing a book for many years. Due to time constraints, this did not materialize until recently when she wrote this fictional novel, Growing Up in Barbados.

Editorial Reviews

Particularly poignant is Belgrave’s depiction of Louise’s guilt and sorrow at having to end unintended pregnancies with uncaring lovers, contrasting with her later desire, unfulfilled, to get pregnant when she is able at last to find steady, true love. Belgrave’s tale reveals life for poverty-stricken citizens of a picturesque island that seems like paradise for those who come only for short sojourns.”
-----Reviewed by Barbara Bamberger Scott-Premium US Reviewers

“The author does a good job of presenting realistic dialogue that reflects the actual sound and inflection of her characters. The book Growing Up In Barbados is a brave story of a young woman’s journey through life. It’s a quick and engaging read that is likely to appeal to readers who enjoy realistic accounts, culture and history, and strong, complicated female protagonists.”
----Romance Reviewed by: Gillian Pemberton, Pacific Book Review Express (W/Pacific Book Awards)

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