New York Times Best Selling author Jodi Picoult is gaining a reputation for great writing, wonderful stories and the boldness to address hard core social issues.
In The Tenth Circle, Picoult paralells the lives of 14 yr old Trixie Stone, her Dad, Daniel and mother, Laura. with the different levels of Dante’s Inferno. Including comics drawn by the Dad, a DC Comic artist.
What I love about Picoult is her ability to attack social issues like suicide, cutting and “rainbow” parties. The Stone family is far from perfect and when Trixie claims she’s raped by her ex-boyfriend, Jason, the secrets of their lives begin to surface.
I classify Picoult as a “reading up” author for her smooth prose and clever addressing of social issues. In The Tenth Circle, she deftly weaves in symbolism of the Inferno as well as the comic character Daniel is drawing.
Beware this book has a little heavier tone than some of her other works, and the “rainbow” party scene is worth skimming, but for craft and social artistry, I recommend Jodi Picoult.
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I absolutely adore Picoult’s writing. I’ve been a huge fan of hers for a few years now. Her characters are rich and the novels often have unexpected twists and turns that keep you coming back for more. I definitely echo this recommendation!