Johnny is a rebellious teenager who does not cling, Dede her best friend is the last train and law: it is every man for himself! Until Louis makes its appearance, it is vulnerable, fragile and Yankee takes him under his wing, to fight for him.
That's when the feelings come slowly, settle and a powerful love is born.
I can not tell you more, not to spoil your fun to discover this sublime history.
So, I must say that I am blown away by the themes here: pedophilia, rape, jealousy, friendship, love ....
It must be said that the story is set in the 60s and that attitudes have changed.
This book captivated me in every sense of the word, I felt various emotions:
-the disgust Richard and Victor Ardent who use their status and power to enjoy the innocence of these young people.
-In tenderness toward Johnny, Dede, Louis and all others for their fight against the injustice they suffer during the time they spent at the orphanage and I understand their need for revenge, rebellion, d escape.
-l'amour Johnny door to Louis who is stronger than all, it is beautiful, true, fusion, caring, tender.
-l'amitié between Dede and Johnny who is stronger than all, she is limitless, indestructible, fraternal.
We feel empathy for his characters extraordinary, whose life was difficult, full of pitfalls and not less. Yet they never released outlet. One can only feel pride with them in mind.
The style of Michèle Rosaux is fluid, captivating, powerful.
If you want a sad and joyous story at a time, with twists and turns, thrills. I advise you, you will not be disappointed.
Thank you to the author, the book takes some guts you like this.
