Critical Praise
"Distinctive, rich in its language and compelling in its revelations. "
——Philadelphia Inquirer
"Flamboyant, passionate, and richly textured -- an original and memorable work. "
——Kirkus Reviews
" Brilliant and brave. "
——Vibe
"A dense, ambitious, worthy song. "
——The New York Times Book Review
"A Wealth of convincing and true African-American voices talking love and pain, survival and renewal. "
——Washington Post Book World
