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Block, Francesca Lia

Blood Roses

129 pp. | HarperCollins/Cotler | June, 2008 | Trade ISBN 978-0-06-076384-8 $15.99 | Library ISBN 978-0-06-076385-5 $16.89
(3) YA In her trademark sensuous language, Block presents nine short-story snapshots of girls on the cusp of love, sex, self-awareness, and womanhood. A master of juxtaposition, Block sets vividly fluid language and imagery against stark realities for powerful effect ("They would have stayed here all night in spite of the dangers--snakes, coyotes, rapists, goblins"). Edgy dreamers will happily go with Block's flow.
Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

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