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This is a great first person story of a young girl who knew she was different because of what she considered her inner struggle between good and evil. She longed to be normal, have friends and be accepted for who she was. Yet she was ostracized when her disorder manifested itself with outbursts of tics, twitches and cursing at school. Finally, her grandparents had to be told the truth about her and she was devastated to be sent away from home to get help on the recommendation of her school principal. Her struggles continued at the institution meant to help her, but she made a life long friend with Maizy, one of the aids, while there. After making progress and being given helpful hints to head off the tics and twitches she was able to go back home, but not to school. Her friend, Miss Emily, took over her education and brought her books every week to read. Miss Emily was a very large woman who had to deal with the whispers and giggles of those who didn't understand her humanness. She and Icy were kindred spirits who helped each other. The school principal continued to visit and bring books for Icy to study also. Those friends supported Icy when her beloved grandfather died and helped her reconnect with her grandmother when she needed her most. This book captivated my attention and was very hard to put down even when I had to go to work. The author used picturesque Appalachian turns of phrase typical of a young girl living in Kentucky in the 1950s. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys reading about people overcoming personal struggles.Read full review
This is an interesting book written from the perspective of a teenage girl who realizes at a young age she is different but does not understand why. She is institutionalized for a while and has difficulties in school. It helps the reader understand the outbursts of Tourettes a bit better. It is also written with a mindset and phrasing of Appalachia. I can see why it was selected as an Oprah book club selection.
This was an easy read. Loved the character. Being a new author some things were left unknown in the book. It was worth reading though. It was an interesting book-very unique style. I bought it for a book club and we all liked it overall.
The authors craft and use of dialoge caused me to become obsessed about the life of the main character. The book was funny and sad and interesting. Rubio did an excellent job portraying the language used in "The South."
I bought this book as it was one in Oprah's book club. This book is engaging and easy reading. Lots of mysterious twists...hard to put down!!!
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