Driftwood

I found this novel a thoroughly enjoyable read. At one level this novel seems like it is just the simple coming out story of Rita. But if fact it really is so much more. Rita has been in her loveless marriage with Paul for 15 years when a chance meeting with the beautiful and unique, nomad Beth changes her life. Rita's road to self understanding and her growing love toward Beth is a pleasure to watch unfolding.With only 167 pages I did think it would be great if it was a little longer but at the same time the story itself was so full and complete at that length that I didn't end up feeling like anything had been left out.Driftwood is a fast paced, funny, touching,loving, light, but at the same time, life changing novel.It is filled with of wisdom about life and love that I think will effect most readers. After reading this novel I sat down and and had a good look at my own life and started asking myself some important questions.I look forward to reading more novels of this calibre from Beth Mitchum.