Untwine

Reviewed by: Laurel T Parker - Windham Public Library, Windham, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: February 10, 2016

Review

Giselle and Isabelle, twins who were born with their fingers entwined, are 16, beginning to seek their own paths, and dealing with their parents exploration of possible divorce as the family is sideswiped in a major car accident. One twin is killed, the other in a deep coma. As Giselle struggles to deal with her medical issues, doctors, family members, and the pain, she realizes that everyone thinks she died and her twin survived. Trying to speak is impossible. Eventually the error is discovered. The emotional journey that Giselle travels is well imagined and portrayed. It covers her childhood, her desire to keep hold of her sister, and the importance of family and roots. The Haitian background of this family provides a glimpse into how important two places can be to hold families together.

Overall Book Score: very good