Tokens of Grace: A Novel in Stories

by Sheila O'Connor

In a lyrical mixture of beauty and pain, Sheila O'Connor explores the mysteries and contradictions of childhood against the background of divorce and family relocation. Readers will care a great deal about this family--especially about Callie, the oldest daughter, though whose eyes we see much of what takes place. Sheila O'Connor unfolds the story in brief, intense chapters, with an unsparing eye for emotional truth.

Paperback

First published April 1, 1990

Reviews

[Bre · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked this book. I read the whole thing in one sitting. It was engaging and there were several places that evoked memories and emotions from my own childhood. I can't wait to read more of her work!

[Addie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this story of two sisters after their parents divorce told in short stories! Very interesting format and very moving stories! Hopefully, I will get to meet the author this weekend (she's coming to my library)!

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have such fond memories of hearing Sheila read early drafts of this at writing workshops and of finally reading the published book one hot summer just before school started again.