King Lear in the Caribbean--except in this novel, the flattery and deceit of Glynis (Goneril) and Rebecca (Regan) lose out to the principled, honest love of their younger sister, Corinne (Cordelia)." -- O, the Oprah Magazine , 10 Titles to Pick Up Now Named a Must-Read Book by the New York Post "An epic tale of family betrayal and manipulation couched in superbly engaging prose and peopled with deftly drawn characters. In a story structure as rhythmic as the ebb and flow of the water surrounding Trinidad and Barbados, this revisiting of the classic story of King Lear becomes a subtle, organic exploration of politics, class, race, and privilege. A dazzling, epic triumph." -- Kirkus Reviews , Starred review " Narrator] Emile remarks on parallels to King Lear repeatedly, but there is much more to unpack here. The issue of racism is woven throughout, as are regional problems such as access to Barbados's beaches and poverty in Jamaica's Tivoli Gardens. This is also a celebration of the arts, culture, and natural beauty of the islands. Shakespeare's work is a tragedy, but for Emile 'the future shimmers before him] full of wondrous possibilities.' Nunez treats her source material with a deft touch, making this story impressive in its own right." -- Publishers Weekly "Nunez's textured and engaging novel explores familial discord, along with questions of kinship and self-identity....With a nod to King Lear , Nunez crafts an introspective tale as her vividly drawn characters navigate