Turtle Moon by Alice Hoffman, 4 Stars and a smile

[Holly R W]

I first read "Turtle Moon" several years ago. At the time, I was reading every book written by the author, Alice Hoffman. I loved her stories and the way she wove in magical realism. In deciding to read "Turtle Moon" again, I found that the book was still absorbing and fresh. This time however, it was Hoffman's descriptions of Florida's wildlife, trees and marshes which captivated me.

The story itself centers around people who are all running away from something in their lives. Julian is a man who had a rough upbringing and is more comfortable with dogs than people. Lucy is a divorcee who wants to begin a new life for herself and her son in Florida. Her son, Keith, wants to be in New York with his dad and has some emotional problems to work out. Their lives become intertwined in interesting ways. Lest one think that "nothing happens" in this book, the story also revolves around a murder of Lucy's neighbor, the kidnapping of the neighbor's baby, and Keith's running away.

This is a book that will stay with me. Hoffman is a superb story teller!

[Robin P]

This is the first Alice Hoffman I ever read and I have liked her ever since!

[Holly R W]

I had not realized this until writing my review, but Turtle Moon was Alice Hoffman's first book! Glad you like her too!