Belong to Me
by Marisa de los Santos
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Book Reviews of Belong to Me
Book Review: Clever, feel good., lyrical read that is impossible to put down!!
Summary: 5 Stars
Marisa de los Santos does it again!! Belong To Me is a continuation of the story started in Love Walked In, although you definitely do not need to read the first in order to love the second (although I recommend it!). There are several reasons why I loved this book, the characters are either people that you want to be able to call your friends and that you care about and truly agonize for, or that remind you of the broads at the PTA meeting that drive you nuts! Then there is the story itself....three storylines that twist and turn, yet in the end manage to come together in a compelling manner that only de los Santos could pen, with her beautiful, poetic writing style. This is a book that you'll want to own, so that you can visit with Cornelia and the gang from time to time, as when it ends, you'll wish it hadn't. Thank you, Ms. de los Santos, for an enjoyable and memorable read.
Book Review: Truth, beauty and humor
Summary: 5 Stars
I loved this book. It's a gorgeously written portrait of the extraordinary lives of women who might appear ordinary. You know these characters, you probably are one of these characters and by the time the book is over you will LOVE all of these characters even the ones that are deeply flawed. (Personally, while I enjoy Cornelia's voice, I fell hard for Piper. Oh and Dev, what I would give for my son to turn out like Dev. . .) Marisa de los Santos's skills as a poet are on full, rich display. Her senteces are sparkling gems of delight for the ear and the heart. Her plot moves effortlessly and swiftly and even as the story experiences true loss it is bouyed by new discoveries. If you ever wanted a smart, witty, deep and honest argument for the thriving life of the suburs, this is is.Book Review: What a lovely surprise
Summary: 4 Stars
Despite being in the middle of two other books, I picked this up on a whim and hated to put it down. 36 hours later, I was loathe to say goodbye to this story. I did feel like some of the characters weren't fully developed, but realized afterward that there is a "prequel", which might explain that shortcoming (I look forward to reading it). As a mother, I was especially touched by how beautifully the author explores the love women have for their children and their families, biological or otherwise (a note to all moms - you will cry). It was a moving, complex story and the John Irvingesque intertwining of all the characters in such an unexpected way had me on the edge of my seat for the last third of the book. Just a terrific read.Book Review: An enriching read
Summary: 5 Stars
A compelling story of love, trust and betrayal by a uniquely talented author. "Belong to Me" features Cornelia, one of the main characters from Marisa de los Santos' first book, "Love Walked In". However, it is not necessary to have read that book to fully enjoy this one. Cornelia's story intertwines with those of her uptight, controlling neighbor, Piper, and a seemingly chance met stranger, Lake.
The storyline for each of the characters is compelling. The characterizations are deftly drawn. (Of particular note is Lake's son, Dev.)And, the author's love of language is clear throughout.
This book is not only highly entertaining, but emotionally and intellectually nourishing. Really a spectacular effort.
Book Review: The flaws are forgiveable
Summary: 3 Stars
A more-than-transparent bid to hit the jackpot on the book club circuit - pay dirt for any publishing house if they can just strike the right balance of mawkish sentiment and a contrived social issue, while aiming for the lowest common literary denominator. But despite the terribly pretentious title, de los Santos rips the facade off a dirty little secret of women's relationships, in which nurturance and caring become entangled with judgment, control, and the expectations and insecurities of other women. The emotionally awkward climax is forgivable in light of the adorable My-Girl-2 subplot that has a preternaturally intelligent teen loner on a search for his father when he meets a cute girl along the way.