Dear Bookworms,
Thank you so much for sharing your ideas and feelings on the Twelve Tribes of Hattie. It was as always, great to see everyone. Having the opportunity to be in our bookclub has allowed me to read books written in so many genres. I appreciate our time spent together.
Ayana Mathis wrote about the tribulations of Hattie as a mother and wife. As we discussed Hattie's mothering skills, it was hard to understand why she couldn't open her heart to her children. It was easy to see why Hattie blamed August for everything. His womanizing, drinking and inability to financially take care of his family didn't make him a desirable character. This novel left me feeling that so much was unknown about Hattie's children. Mathis could have joined the characters earlier on in the book and continued sharing about each of them in latter chapters. Who knows, maybe a sequel will be written.
Looking forward to seeing you all again next month.
Happy Reading,
Millie
