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Kitchen House : A Novel by Kathleen Grissom (2010, Trade Paperback)
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The story follows two orphaned sisters, Mae and Mabel, and their experiences growing up in a Kentucky boarding house.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherTouchstone
ISBN-101439153663
ISBN-139781439153666
eBay Product ID (ePID)74152695
Product Key Features
Book TitleKitchen House : a Novel
Number of Pages384 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicSagas, Coming of Age, Historical
Publication Year2010
IllustratorYes
GenreFiction
AuthorKathleen Grissom
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight12.2 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2013-497764
ReviewsThe endearing characters ingratiate themselves in your heart. . . . I most definitely recommend this book., This turned out to be exactly the book I needed to get me back into the reading groove. . . . The writing flowed so seamlessly that I can't believe that this is Grissom's first novel., "You will be thrilled by this intimate and surprising story that connects us with an unexpected corner of our history. Kathleen Grissom gives us a new and unforgettable perspective on slavery and families and human ties in the Old South, exploring the deepest mysteries of the past that help define who we are to this day." --Robert Morgan, Bestselling author of the Oprah Book Club selection Gap Creek, "You will be thrilled by this intimate and surprising story that connects us with an unexpected corner of our history. Kathleen Grissom gives us a new and unforgettable perspective on slavery and families and human ties in the Old South, exploring the deepest mysteries of the past that help define who we are to this day."--Robert Morgan, Bestselling author of the Oprah Book Club selectionGap Creek, "Kathleen Grissom peers into the plantation romance through the eyes of a white indentured servant inhabiting the limbo land between slavery and freedom, providing a tale that provokes new empathy for all working and longing in The Kitchen House ." --Alice Randall, Author of The Wind Done Gone and Rebel Yell, You will be thrilled by this intimate and surprising story that connects us with an unexpected corner of our history. Kathleen Grissom gives us a new and unforgettable perspective on slavery and families and human ties in the Old South, exploring the deepest mysteries of the past that help define who we are to this day., "Kathleen Grissom peers into the plantation romance through the eyes of a white indentured servant inhabiting the limbo land between slavery and freedom, providing a tale that provokes new empathy for all working? and longing inThe Kitchen House."?--Alice Randall, Author ofThe Wind Done GoneandRebel Yell, Kathleen Grissom peers into the plantation romance through the eyes of a white indentured servant inhabiting the limbo land between slavery and freedom, providing a tale that provokes new empathy for all working and longing in The Kitchen House., A touching tale of oppressed women, black and white . . . [This novel] about love, survival, friendship, and loss in the antebellum South should not be missed., "Kathleen Grissom peers into the plantation romance through the eyes of a white indentured servant inhabiting the limbo land between slavery and freedom, providing a tale that provokes new empathy for all working and longing inThe Kitchen House." Alice Randall, Author ofThe Wind Done GoneandRebel Yell, [Grissom's] . . . debut twists the conventions of the antebellum novel. . . . Provides a trove of tension and grit, while the many nefarious doings will keep readers hooked to the twisted, yet hopeful, conclusion., To say Kathleen Grissom's The Kitchen House is a page-turner wouldn't do it justice . . . Grissom breaks away from the gate at a fast clip, the reader hanging on for the ride., Tension lurks everywhere, propelling the story forward [and] ample amounts of drama . . . Captivates with its message of right and wrong, family, and hope., With its quick pace and well-drawn cast, The Kitchen House became one of only two books so far (the other being The Fellowship of the Ring ) to catch such hold of me that I found myself sneaking it at work. . . . I found The Kitchen House to be a powerful, gripping debut novel that gives a real human face to the tragedies of yesterday that continue to trouble us today., A gripping tale of the South during the days of slavery. . . . Kathleen Grissom's first novel explores the well-known side of the dark world of slavery as well as the not-so-well-known world of white slavery, or indentured servitude. The book is written in a manner that is fast-paced and action packed, making it difficult to put down., Once you get involved in the story of Lavinia and Belle you will not want to put this book down. I enjoyed this book very much and I highly recommend it. Don't read it too fast. You don't want to miss one morsel of this book.
Dewey Edition23
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Dewey Decimal813/.6
SynopsisKathleen Grissom, New York Times bestselling author of the highly anticipated Glory Over Everything , established herself as a remarkable new talent with The Kitchen House , now a contemporary classic. In this gripping novel, a dark secret threatens to expose the best and worst in everyone tied to the estate at a thriving plantation in Virginia in the decades before the Civil War. Orphaned during her passage from Ireland, young, white Lavinia arrives on the steps of the kitchen house and is placed, as an indentured servant, under the care of Belle, the master's illegitimate slave daughter. Lavinia learns to cook, clean, and serve food, while guided by the quiet strength and love of her new family. In time, Lavinia is accepted into the world of the big house, caring for the master's opium-addicted wife and befriending his dangerous yet protective son. She attempts to straddle the worlds of the kitchen and big house, but her skin color will forever set her apart from Belle and the other slaves. Through the unique eyes of Lavinia and Belle, Grissom's debut novel unfolds in a heartbreaking and ultimately hopeful story of class, race, dignity, deep-buried secrets, and familial bonds., Kathleen Grissom, New York Times bestselling author of the highly anticipated Glory Over Everything , established herself as a remarkable new talent with The Kitchen House , now a contemporary classic. In this gripping novel, a dark
LC Classification NumberPS3607.R57K57 2010
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- Oct 18, 2017
Fantastic read!
This was one of those unique books that you just can't put down. Every time I thought the author couldn't possibly come up with another life-changing incident for the two main characters, she did. I was caught up in the story all the way to the end. I also loved how the author kept flipping between the two characters so that each could give her perspective on the events.And since it takes place back in history during America's early years, it also gives an informative view of life at that time.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 25, 2021
Excellent historical fiction offering.
Paired this book with "Glory Over Everything" by the same author and sent to my mom. She enjoyed both...finished them within a week.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 12, 2024
Historical fictional novel with a twist
Bought the book for book club since there was a long wait list from the public library. So far only read about 25 pages but felt like I could vision the plight of the main character. Is compelling.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jun 15, 2016
Enlightning view of slavery
The story was good. The characters were easy to relate to. And there is a sequel for those who want more.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 01, 2018
The kitchen House--perfect.
This was such a great read. The characters came to life effortlessly. I love it so much I bought the sequel--Glory Over Everything.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 19, 2023
This book took me back to another time and the people became family to me
Helped me even more to understand the evil of slavery. The slaves were PEOPLE who had feelings and hopes and fears and loves like any other human.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 29, 2019
Great book
The book was for my son's assigned school reading. The story was so good, I would read it as soon as he was done with his reading. Very well written;Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 06, 2021
Keeps you wanting to read it.
It is a great book to read in the time era of slavery.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 23, 2019
A great read
I couldn’t put the book down!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Nov 14, 2017
Learning
Once I got to chapter 2 I didn’t want to put it down.. the book has stayed with me ..Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
