This book was very twisted and crazy. The characters all seem to have MAJOR issues and need counseling! LOL I didn't really care for the book that much. It also seemed to really make the Catholic religion crazy and full of crazy rules.

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Vinegar Hill is about emotional damage that can be inflicted in ordinary domestic life. Ansay is a powerful storyteller with lyrical beautiful prose.

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The writer sets a very depressing tone to this book. Great writing that can take you into the character's world, even if you really don't want to be there!

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One of the more interesting books Ive read lately. Unpredictable and strange at times- I couldnt put it down. Its a share with freinds book.

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Fabulous family drama novel! Strong, interesting characters, some suspense and great ending! I can't wait to read more from this author!

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So much to say about this book, I'm torn on the stars cause I did like the book but I hated the story.
To explain: This is NOT a "feel good" book but it will definetly make you think. So many words I can use to describe the story: sad, disturbing, emotional, cruel, abusive, bitter but one word more than any other describes it: depressing. Until the very last sentence on the very last page (PLEASE do not peek ahead) where the author throws you a very small lifeline of hope.
This was a painful read for me and not soon to be forgotten, even though I wish I'd never read it. I'm finding it hard to get Ellen out of my head, it affected me that badly.
High praise to this author, she has written a "gripping" well told story of what actually goes on "behind closed doors."

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This book exposes the underbelly of suburban family life that most try desperately to hide. Disturbing, yet you have to turn the pages. I read it in one night.

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This book was disturbing to me. Family abuse just keeps on giving⦠The bravery of the main character, Ellen, made me happy though. She recognized the necessity to move elsewhere with her children and away from the continuation of abuse that family often repeats.

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