Review of Hemingway's Daughter

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[Following is a volunteer review of "Hemingway's Daughter" by Christine M. Whitehead.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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In addition to having three sons, Ernest Hemingway always eagerly desired a daughter. Christine Whitehead's book, Hemingway's Daughter explores new perspectives on the late author's life if he had a daughter. This book has a skillful and engaging plot that is just as captivating as it sounds.

Finley Richard Hemingway is a steadfast young woman who is determined to be a trial lawyer. This is because she wants to seek justice for others at a time when women were scarce in the courtroom. Having been told that she will never have poems written about her, she feels compelled to make an impact on her father's writing. As a result of her father's unfortunate romantic encounters, she feels skeptical that she will be able to find a loving relationship.

Finn faces hardships at school due to her father's reputation as an alcoholic and womanizer. His larger-than-life personality overshadows her and causes her to struggle to find her place in the world. At school, she develops a lifelong friendship with Jeddrah and helps her overcome her alcohol dependency. Against the background of her father's fame, Finn navigates both love and a legal career beautifully and admirably.

A testament to the author's skill is her artfully combining historically accurate events with a fictional narrative. Getting a glimpse into Hemingway's life through the eyes of his daughter was a delightful experience. Amid countless shortcomings, Hemingway was undeniably a caring father. Hemingway's works were quoted at the beginning of each chapter, which added a poignant touch to the narrative. The role Finn plays in her father's life, holding him up when he needs it most, makes us wish she was real.

My journey reading this book was a pleasure. The book is gripping, and I couldn't put it down once I started reading it. This book gets a 4 out of 4 stars from me because there was nothing I disliked about it and the editing was excellent. All readers who enjoy reading historical fiction or are looking for a book with a strong female character should consider this novel.

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Hemingway's Daughter
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