FROM THE 2002 Archives             Greenwichtown by Joyce Palmer is an impressive debut novel. Palmer descriptively and vividly brings to life the sights, smells, and tastes of Jamaica as well as its rich history and vibrant people. Palmer introduces us to young Fay who lives in the destitute, rural and impoverished Jamaica that few tourist ever see. One day Fay’s older sister comes to visit her mother and decides to take Fay back with her to the city for a two-week vacation. Unfortunately, the two-week vacation turns into years and Fay will be raised in an abusive and lonely environment with her sister. The burning question as one reads is why did Fay’s older sister uproot Fay from her mom and other siblings.

Palmer writes with raw talent a lyrical and eloquent story about family, life, hope, love and redemption. Her writing is believable and realistic as she portrays the blight and plight of young Fay’s life. The reader will cry, lol and rejoice as Fay comes of age and jumps off the pages into our lives. Greenwichtown is a well-written novel with a tight and sound story that I recommend to anyone looking for a refreshing change of pace. I anxiously await future releases from this young and talented author.

Reviewed by Yasmin

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