At first I wasn't very exited to read the book because Memoirs just aren't my thing I like action, sports, and adventure. But hear me when I say that this book is an exception.
At first I was very curious about the title of the book. Why would he call it that? What was the meaning? My questions were answered when Ruth, James' mother, answered James question about God, " God is the color of water. Water has no color." This was interesting because the book was heavily centered around race and religion it also uses many allusions. Always talking about how Ruth Is out of place her being a white Jewish girl living in a black neighborhood.
Ruth was a very interesting characterin my opinion she was the main character even though it is narrated by James.She is very isolated coming from an abusive father and a family that ultimately ignored her. Her childhood really shaped her as an adult and the way she raised her kids. Despite all the hardships all of Ruth's children became successful.
WOW! That is a really good question, I also had it at the beginning of the book! This was an awesome topic, Edwin, thank you!
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