Mare’s War
Mare’s War by Tanita S. Davis is a First Edition first Printing published by Alfred A. Knopf in 2009. This 341-page novel introduces readers to Mare, a grandmother with a vibrant personality and a rich history. As Octavia and Tali embark on a summer road trip with their unconventional grandmother, they soon learn that Mare’s past is as colorful as her present, revealing her youthful escapades and her time as a member of the Women’s Army Corps during World War II.
The narrative unfolds in alternating chapters, juxtaposing Mare’s historical experiences with her current journey alongside her granddaughters. This structure allows readers to explore themes of family, identity, and the complexities of history, particularly within the context of African American experiences in the 20th century. Through Mare’s captivating story, readers will discover the depth of her character and the significance of her past, making for an engaging exploration of personal and collective history.
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Meet Mare, a grandmother with flair and a fascinating past.
Octavia and Tali are dreading the road trip their parents are forcing them to take with their grandmother over the summer. After all, Mare isn’t your typical grandmother. She drives a red sports car, wears stiletto shoes, flippy wigs, and push-up bras, and insists that she’s too young to be called Grandma. But somewhere on the road, Octavia and Tali discover there’s more to Mare than what you see. She was once a willful teenager who escaped her less-than-perfect life in the deep South and lied about her age to join the African American battalion of the Women’s Army Corps during World War II.
Told in alternating chapters, half of which follow Mare through her experiences as a WAC member and half of which follow Mare and her granddaughters on the road in the present day, this novel introduces a larger-than-life character who will stay with readers long after they finish reading.
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