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A MUST READ!
I regret it took me so long to finally read this book, as it has been out for some time. The author is nearly a master when it comes to keeping the reader's attention. I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN! Brothers and Sisters is a national African american treasure! When all the smoke clears, we are still able to overcome whatever obstacles are put in front of us and still triumph. Yes, this is a story of a female bank representative who happens to be African-American who forges an unlikely relationship with a white female co-worker. It is interesting to see how the author writes about their relationship. I commend the author for not being explicit in the sexual encounters these characters experienced. It was also interesting how she got in the head of white male bosses and explored their racial/sexual predudices. I love how in the end all the black characters who were fired for one reason or another we vendicated and accepted by an African-american bank established by an African-American church. The authors shows us we can make it together no matter what our strengths or weaknesses. That is why we are Brothers and Sisters. I also like the relationship between Esther the black female bank rep and the mail delivery person, Tyrone. He was a good brother who just adored Esther and I found that refreshing. I will read it again.

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Modern Day Morality Play
If this novel is any indication of Bebe Moore Campbell's talent, I think she's bound for an exciting and prolific career. Set in L.A. in the aftermath of the infamous Rodney King verdict, BROTHERS AND SISTERS introduces the reader to a banking world filled with interesting and complex characters both Black and White. Campbell has an excellent ability to traverse modern day racial complexities in a manner which is neither unrealistic nor condescending. Any Black female professional is bound to identify with the struggles and situations that Ester faces in the book: trust issues with White co-workers, dating a blue-collar man, walking the colorline, and maintaining personal dignity in a workspace where nobody looks like you. I found the novel to be enjoyable and insightful. It's perfect reading for a long plane ride.

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Are We Judging People By The Content of Their Character?
Although this novel is set in Los Angeles, after the police officers involved in the Rodney King beating were acquitted, this story, and the challenges that the protagonist face in this novel exist in everyday corporate and private settings.

As I read this book, I truly felt like I was either a fly on the wall, or I was watching a very good movie. I laughed on the surprisingly hilarious parts, and said, "Yeah! Set 'em straight, on the areas that Esther was claiming her voice, during what could be perceived as tricky times.

Bebe Moore Campbell captures vividly captures the racial ambivalence, between blacks and whites, as well as between men and women within their own race.

I found myself highlighting excellent lines in this book, and thinking about what I would do, if I were Esther.

That is the beauty of a novel, and especially one that is written so well --- reading this, you get to live out scenarios, and adapt new ideas for your own life.

I truly hope both black and white women read this book, because there are messages for both of us; as there are for men.

Bebe Moore Campbell enhances the world through her novels.