Title: Sliding Down The Pohutukawa Root
Author: Kara Larson
Publisher: Torquere Press
Publisher URL: http://www.torquerepress.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60370-576-9
Genre: Contemporary Gay Erotic Romance
Nymph Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Rose Nymph
Amiri and Graeme have been living together with Lani and Wiremu ever since Amiri’s niece and nephew turned up on their doorstep with nowhere else to go. Amiri’s relationship with his family has suffered a lot over the years so he decides to do all in his power to offer the children somewhere they can call home. He’s managed to protect them from the craziness of his and Graeme’s families while they were in his care, up until now, but with Christmas coming, Graeme’s got a surprise for him which means it’s time to let Lani and Wiremu see their roots and work out for themselves just where they figure in this family.
Sliding Down The Pohutukawa Root is an enjoyable read that focuses on the delicate relationships within families and the effect bad relationships can have on a person’s life. Set in New Zealand, I learnt a lot about the Maori culture and traditions without being overwhelmed by the language. The character of Lani, who is autistic, was sensitively portrayed. Although there are some sexual scenes, the love between Amiri and Graeme is most evident through their caring for the children and the importance of family to their wellbeing. The characters have to face bigotry and nastiness from other members of the family and, although I would like to know more about what has caused this negativity, the overlying message of this story is that you are going to come across horrible people in your lives and it’s how much power you give them over you that makes all the difference.
Author: Kara Larson
Publisher: Torquere Press
Publisher URL: http://www.torquerepress.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60370-576-9
Genre: Contemporary Gay Erotic Romance
Nymph Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Rose Nymph
Amiri and Graeme have been living together with Lani and Wiremu ever since Amiri’s niece and nephew turned up on their doorstep with nowhere else to go. Amiri’s relationship with his family has suffered a lot over the years so he decides to do all in his power to offer the children somewhere they can call home. He’s managed to protect them from the craziness of his and Graeme’s families while they were in his care, up until now, but with Christmas coming, Graeme’s got a surprise for him which means it’s time to let Lani and Wiremu see their roots and work out for themselves just where they figure in this family.
Sliding Down The Pohutukawa Root is an enjoyable read that focuses on the delicate relationships within families and the effect bad relationships can have on a person’s life. Set in New Zealand, I learnt a lot about the Maori culture and traditions without being overwhelmed by the language. The character of Lani, who is autistic, was sensitively portrayed. Although there are some sexual scenes, the love between Amiri and Graeme is most evident through their caring for the children and the importance of family to their wellbeing. The characters have to face bigotry and nastiness from other members of the family and, although I would like to know more about what has caused this negativity, the overlying message of this story is that you are going to come across horrible people in your lives and it’s how much power you give them over you that makes all the difference.
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