Lover’s Choice
Lover’s Choice by Becky Birtha, published by Women’s Press Ltd in April 1988, is a collection of stories that explores the lives of eleven different women. This edition, comprising 160 pages, presents a nuanced portrayal of each character’s experiences, highlighting themes of strength, passion, and ingenuity. The narratives delve into the complexities of their lives, revealing personal struggles and societal challenges.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of perspectives as Birtha weaves together the characters’ journeys. From the reflections of Sahara, who navigates her relationships with children, to Maurie’s questioning of her romantic choices, each story offers insight into the women’s lives. The collection also touches on broader societal issues, such as the lack of governmental support for the poor, as expressed through the characters’ dialogues. Lover’s Choice invites readers to engage with contemporary themes in literature and fiction, making it a thoughtful exploration of women’s experiences.
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Lover’s Choice takes the reader on short trips into the lives of eleven different women. Through her stories, Becky Birtha creates a sense of continuity by weaving strength, passion, pain, and ingenuity into each character. Ms. Moses makes clear that the government doesn’t really help the poor: “Ain’t no reason for you to be gaping at me. I pay my taxes, just like everyone else.” Sahara “never wanted a man…Sometimes it seems she has spent her whole life finding ways to get close to other people’s children.” Camped out under the stars, she thinks back over those children and opens her heart to yet another one. Maurie questions her taste in women:”White Anglo-Saxon Protestants. The Bourgeoisie. What the hell was she doing in love with someone…like that?” And Johnnieruth, who can ride her bike as fast as the boys and resents her mother trying to rein her in because she’s a girl, watches in a park as two women greet each other with a kiss on the lips. For the first time, she sees herself mirrored.
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