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Lessing presents the reader with an interesting look at marriage and family with a close look at the Lavotts, whose portrayal of idyllic marriage and family is life is shattered with the birth of their fifth child, Ben. Harriet and David, in fact, do NOT have the perfect marriage although they strive for that at the expense of their family and friends; it truly feels as though the only thing these two have in common is their desire for a large family. They stop at five.
When Harriet becomes preg ...more
When Harriet becomes preg ...more
creepy, creepy, really really creepy, oh so creepy. isn't this every parent-to-be's nightmare? only SO much creepier.
I must add, though, that I had a hard time with Harriet's fateful decision. I get that books often have characters making bizarre choices. but she had other children too. ...more
I must add, though, that I had a hard time with Harriet's fateful decision. I get that books often have characters making bizarre choices. but she had other children too. ...more
Aug 21, 2011
Tricia
marked it as to-read
Oct 10, 2011
Polly Bullard
marked it as to-read
