So Long a Letter

A good well written short novel giving insight into one woman's life at a very crucial point. I almost wish it was longer, but it probably would've taken away from the format of the novel.

This was such an interesting read. A letter penned from a woman who has just lost her husband during her days of mourning to her best friend. She talks of the past and all the troubles she has had as well as the triumphs. She talks of the future and the things in between. Her sorrow and bewilderment at her husband's actions after 30 years of marriage. I loved the memories of going to school and falling in love. Ramatoulaye was a strong woman, but Aissatou, her friend would have been such an interesting character to hear from too.