The Myth of the Summer Moon
by Steven and Aaron Reed
Summer Moon
Baker Trittin Press (2006)
Isbn 0978791603
Reviewed by Debra Gaynor for Reader Views (11/06)
Steven and Aaron Reed have written a unique story with regard to three families growing up poverty stricken in the mountains of Virginia in the late 1930's - "The Myth of the Summer Moon." The authors gift their story in a thoughtful way weaving Greek legend straight through out the plot. The characters are strong and easy to love.
Jimmy is a fourteen year old struck by the pangs of love for the first time. He is drawn to Helena, a beautiful young, Greek girl of few words. Many think Helena "slow" and call her names or avoid her. Jimmy looks deep insider her and sees something others refuse to see. Both families lost their mum at a young age. It is easy to see the consequent this has on both families. Is Helena truly slow or does her soul run deeper than those nearby her?
Frankie was my beloved character. A high school student, Jimmy's sister, friend and caretaker, she has willingly taken on the role that few girls her age could handle. Frankie is beautiful, spirited, courageous, mature and loving. She is protective of her family. Frankie is not afraid of a fight and will do anything it takes to perform what needs to be done. Frankie has a strong spirit.
Titus is a bull. He and Frankie seem to have an understanding. He respects her. One can practically believe Titus is a Greek God. He periodically challenges Frankie but knows she will always win. He also seems to understand the undercurrents and reacts protectively.
The families obviously love each other. When Helena asks Papikos to share a story you can feel the house bonds. One house all living together in a way we now rarely see, grandparents, children and grandchildren cohabiting in the same house in harmony.
This is a tale of growing up in a time following a depression. This is a time when children were unbelievable to help with chores without pay. This is a time of strong house ties. A time few young people now can imagine.
I fully enjoyed this book. I didn't want it to end. I found myself wondering if it was based on a true story. Aaron and Steven, well done.
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