Who Asked You?

See, Terry is a storyteller...of the real world. The Colored world. The...that stuff happens in families all the time world. I have every single story she has published and Never get enough. These characters are our Mamas, Aunties, Sistahs and Brothahs along with the chil'ren! Now, that nurse Kim is a sneaky one ain't she? I mean isn't she? How many G'mamas raise kids in the hood? Plenty! Gotta respect them all. The crack addicted daughter...could happen in anyone's family. The incarcerated brother...again, so true. I'm loving each page and in not on 128. A full review when I'm finished. I'll be back...I'm back...a lil late but here. Wow! An incredibly true and uplifting story. The twists, turns, family interruptions of all sorts, had me thinking how can this woman make it through another page...? This book is one we need to pass on to a family member or friend. It never loses it momentum and that credit goes to the author. In the end, I was happy for every character because they all deserved some sort of happy! Thank you Ms.Terry!👍🏾

The members of "Turning Pages Book Club", enjoyed the chapter titles which introduced each person and their connection to the book, which was done exceptional well.This book is funny at times, although it starts off sad, it keeps the reader hopefully for a better future for two young boys who start off with nothing, but given love and support end up being the shinning stars their Grandma (Mrs. Betty) knows they can be, with help from the community and friends.The storyline has many twists and turns with each character that comes into this families lives. You see the growth and potential of each person as the story goes on, and to spice things up she adds a "Nurse Kim" who place her part from the beginning until the end .The title to this book however for us does not seem to connect to the storyline.Ms. McMillan is a true story teller and did not disappoint the members of Turning Pages Book Club..

I must begin by saying this book was selected for my book club, U.S. G.I.R.L.S., December meeting.Due to the "initial" repetition of the same "scene" being told from different vantage points, AND an unnecessary sexual encounter in the beginning; if this book had not been assigned, I'm afraid that I would have put it down somewhere around 20%, never to be picked up again.Thankfully, I was "forced" to continue reading and the book began to mold, take shape, and capture my attention with its colorful prose and character development somewhere around 45%This is a book (with numerous characters) about family and friendships - you will laugh sympathize, and empathize with the characters; but mainly this book will make you stop and think about relationships between women, particularly sisters. You may even relate one or more of the characters to members of your own family.Ms. McMillian is known for having a strong female heroine, and this offering is no different.I enjoyed the flow and the "real life" events interweaved in the timelines; Ms. McMillian knew when to slow and speed up the tempo as if the prose were part of a musical composition.When reading this book, be patient and not easily offended (after all...it's literature)- it will grow on you, and you will appreciate and enjoy the ending.

Three sisters with very different lives form the core of  Who Asked You?  Venetia, Arlene, and Betty Jean are each pursuing their own lives, but somehow manage to stay connected with one another. Until some issues divide them.Narrated alternately between the sisters and a few other characters, we learn what it feels like to be struggling with racial issues, poverty, and the difficulties of raising children in LA in the Twenty-First Century.Betty Jean has seen one child go to prison, another one lose herself to drugs, and another one who sets himself apart from the family, as if he is superior. When BJ ends up raising her two grandsons, her sisters and adult children have a thing or two to say about it.Arlene has the most to say. Critical and judgmental, her behavior causes a rift between her and BJ. But her own son has some unexpected issues of his own.Venetia is not as openly critical of BJ, but she still seems to feel superior. Until something happens in her own life to bring her down to earth.These characters were so real and sometimes even funny. I enjoyed the dialogue and how the author painted a picture of their lives that I could relate to, even though my own life is different. It takes a unique talent to make the characters relatable to those who have not experienced the same things. A major theme was single mothers of all races and walks of life doing the best they can to achieve their dreams. And in the end, finding out how to fashion their own futures, even when most of their lives are behind them. Four stars.

I just love reading this author's books. I haven't missed one yet. For me personally, while reading her books I can visualise the scenes and love the fact that all of her books are constant page turners. I also love the fact that Ms McMillan has family issues in her books who don't always get along but family is always around.I don't want to give away the storyline of this book but you should be careful who you employ to look after your loved ones while you are out working. I have some of the film versions on DVD of her books and have seen the Whoopi Goldberg and Vhing Rymes film version on television of A Day Late A Dollar Short. Looking forward to the next book.

This book was an easy read. Once started reading could not put down. The Character's all have character all relatable. The Dysfunctional sisterly love, staying in relationship for family sake or children. Grown children just forgetting their upbringing, faith, turning to addictive behaviour's. The Grandma trying to the best for her grandchildren without upsetting her daughter who things drugs and man will make her life better. Friendship between 2 women from different tracks of life and race but our loyal neighbours, friends. Terry at her best loved this book.

Terry 's novels are all starting to have the same type of story just with different characters I can't honestly say it was a great read. Formula is always dysfunctional family, lead narrator is a matriarchal figure lots of dry wit from jaded, disillusioned characters. I don't think I'll be waiting for her next book, there's nothing in them for me, sorry.

I loved this book, I finished it within a week even though I work full time and have a young daughter.This booked made me lol, it also made me cry and think about things in my life.When you pick up this book, you will not be able to put it down. This book has made me realise how much I enjoy reading, escaping into a world that in May ways is familiar, but then again is so unfamiliar.Enjoy.....

This was a great book from Terry after her last book was out.The book is all about family and situations we all go through...falling out with a sibling, death, struggles but it has great moments of laughter too.I loved all the characters and Terry made them really come to life.Excellent read!