Oranges are not the only fruit

by Jeanette Winterson

No cover — Jeanette Winterson: Oranges are not the only fruit (1990, Pandora)

English language

Published July 12, 1990 by Pandora.

ISBN:: 978-0-04-440730-0

(10 reviews)

This is the story of Jeanette, adopted and brought up by her mother as one of God's elect. Zealous and passionate, she seems destined for life as a missionary, but then she falls for one of her converts.

At sixteen, Jeanette decides to leave the church, her home and her family, for the young woman she loves.

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1readso reviewed Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit by Jeanette Winterson

I liked it. The main character is very relatable.

4 stars

I can feel with her frustrations

Hilo reviewed Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit by Jeanette Winterson

Review of 'Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit' on 'Goodreads'

5 stars

Heartbreaking. Selber ein Ex-Fundie, finde ich meine Erfahrungen in sovielen der Gedanken wieder, die die Ich-Erzählerin hier beschreibt. Es ist v.a. die Auseinandersetzung mit Verlust und Schmerz, die mich am meisten bewegt.