Review: From Strong Women Comes Passion
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 6, 2013
Having read Slum and Slum Song by this author, I was intrigued by this release of a series of short stories within one book - Slum Roots. It was very interesting for me to read the shorter version of Juliana. It gave me insight into how much these characters have transformed from original concept into the characters I ultimately came to love. The stories all share an underlying theme of strong female personalities, but with unique passions that define who they are. Dan Carroll shows us very well that who we are today is directly influenced by our roots, and perhaps gives the reader insight as to why the world works as it does when it comes to relationships. Some relationships we will understand, others we will be unable to truly grasp because our roots are nothing like theirs, leaving us a bit confused or perhaps even frightened by what we do not understand. Whatever the case for these women, there is an underlying strength that drives them forward. Each story is short enough to read in one sitting, but will leave you contemplating the characters for much longer.