The biographical follow-up to McCourt's Angela's Ashes, picks up the story upon his arrival in America. Many fans enjoyed the original but are giving 'Tis mixed reviews.
Sequels are always tricky.
McCourt has a grim story to tell. He tells it with passion and candor. James Forest Jim is a long time friend of the poor, peace activist and author. In this book on the beatitudes he draws upon stories from the saints, scriptures and everyday life to explore the meaning of the beatitudes. His fresh approach sees these as a series of blessings leading from one to another rather than a static set of admonitions.