Breadfruit
Breadfruit by Célestine Hitiura Vaite, published by Penguin Canada in 2005, is a novel that explores the complexities of relationships and family life in Tahiti. The story centers on Materena, who finds herself unexpectedly contemplating marriage after a drunken proposal from Pito, the father of her three children. As Materena navigates her feelings and the challenges posed by Pito’s lack of commitment, she begins to reassess what she truly desires in her life and relationships.
Readers will discover a narrative that delves into themes of romance, commitment, and the influence of family dynamics. Materena’s journey is marked by humor and insight, reflecting the realities faced by women in her community. Breadfruit offers a vivid portrayal of life in a tropical paradise, highlighting the joys and struggles of its characters. This edition spans 339 pages and is presented in English, providing an engaging glimpse into the vibrant world crafted by Vaite.
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Women who want romance, men who won’t commit, interfering in-laws-some things never change, even in a tropical paradise…
Materena never really thinks about marriage until Pito, the father of her three children, drunkenly proposes one night. Suddenly, Materena’s planning her dream wedding, although Pito seems to have forgotten ever asking the question. Materena tries to be patient, but as her mother Loana says, “Girl, waiting for a man is like waiting for chicken to have teeth.”
When Pito’s antics go too far, Materena starts to see things another way. If there’s no ring, a woman can tell her man to pack his bags and go home to his mama whenever she likes. So what does Materena really want?
Breadfruit is the first of Célestine Hitiura’s Vaite’s internationally acclaimed novels about Materena and the joys and perils of family life in Tahiti. Warmly funny and full of bold and brilliant women, Breadfruit is a delicious taste of life in the tropics.
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