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5.0 out of 5 stars Autobiographical masterpiece, Feb 7 2012

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Jeanette Winterson's 'Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit' is a moving, dramatic story about a lesbian girl growing up in a small English Pentecostal community, which at times is likened to a cult. The somewhat autobiographical writing depicts attitudes towards gays in the 80's, more so within religious communities. It's a brilliant novel. Although not as fantastical as her others, it's definitely worth a read for fans of Winterson's work.

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5.0 out of 5 stars genius at work, Oct 17 2001

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imagine someone decided to just do something completely different. write an autobiography, as an individual. break the mould. tear down the barriers of prose and poetry. play around with time cycles. throw in some fairytales to remind the reader that fantasy and reality are completely interchageable concepts. pose some good questions about sexuality, whilst we're there. social influences on individual identity. creativity. sanity..perhaps? interested? go and read.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Language as Art, Nov 10 2001

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Winterson's first novel is a compelling story that presages her talent for finding themes that aren't last year's, or even today's, but cut the edge of tomorrow.

No less importantly, it's the first look at a word smith of the finest calibre. Every word has import and can build, nuance by nuance, into breathtaking metaphors that only emerge after you've finished the book and find yourself thinking about it. I like to read Winterson out loud, because hearing words and reading them are two different experiences.

This book is a must read because the true high art of lesbian-themed writing is found here.

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