Sacrifice the One

The story of parent and child is always an interesting one, how much love is desired when the parent doesn't give any back. This story left me with that question. I hope I never have to find out the answer the way this poor child did in this story. It was so well written that I felt as if I was a neighbor watching the everything going on in this household. Ms. Carter is an excellent writer!

Ms. Carter is one of the better storytellers I know. Her stories are tight and circular and thick with real plot. Sacrifice the One is no exception. As you follow Seta and her father Robert through their grief, acted out within their troubled relationship with each other, it seems unbelievable that a grown man would resent a child's birth as deeply as Robert did with Seta and that Seta would react by hurting herself as she does, but it does occur more often than we realize. I think Ms. Carter touched on a topic that many would not want to face. And she addressed it very well and without alot of hype and drama. There are many stories out there that deal with big headline topics but oft-times it's the underlining things like grief, resentment and dejection that make the best of themes. In Sacrifice The One, the basic human emotions are touched and built on. I look forward to Ms. Carter's next book as it promises to be another uniquely spun tale, using the human element as a foundation -- rich with plot and very enjoyable as I have found all her books to be. I would go so far as to call Ms. Carter a cozy writer who I feel has a classic touch on her pen, one you would normally find on much older more established writers. With that in mind, I believe she'll be around telling good stories for a long time.

There was nothing more important to Rose Love than being a mother. After several attempts, Rose and her husband, Robert, finally conceive a child. Unknown to Robert, Rose has chosen to carry the child despite health concerns expressed by her doctors. Tragically, Rose loses her life after a difficult childbirth. Robert goes into a deep depression after his wife's death. His depression soon spirals into anger when he finds out his beloved wife had chosen to have the baby despite the potential risks. In the middle of this tragedy is the beautiful baby girl, Seta Love. Emotionally rejected by her father, Seta is raised by her maternal grandparents. As she grows older, her desperate need for her father's love leads to bad decisions, such as drinking and premarital sex. The only security Seta seems to find is in her love for basketball and a growing faith in God. Readers will find this novel to be an emotional read! Seta's pain and vulnerability is so raw at times, the reader can easily find herself identifying with the rejection and longing for love. The way Seta's deceased mother is able to reach her daughter beyond the grave is truly a testament to the power of love. While reading Sacrifice the One, be prepared to wipe tears from your eyes not once, but several times.

This book was well written and very enjoyable. The author takes you into the mind of Rosetta Love a girl born into so much love and family. Except she is waiting on the love from the one person who she feels hates her.This story takes you on the many different journey's and mistakes that Rosetta has to go through to become a young woman. I think many sisters can relate to this story maybe not having gone through the same things as Rosetta but by having to grow up early to take care of the family. Rosetta reminds me of me when I was a young girl. Having to take on so much but still exceeding in school because I saw a vision for myself.Anyway Big Shout Out's to Monica P. Carter.

Sacrifice The One, Monica P. Carter's sophomore novel, is a riveting page-turner. I was engrossed in the story from chapter one as I read how one woman, Rose, paid the ultimate sacrifice for her child. Her husband, Robert, idolizes her, but despises his own child, Seta. Seta grows up yearning for her father's acceptance. When she doesn't get it, she reaches out to anyone who will show her the slightest bit of acceptance and affection. Will Seta realize she's special and does't need someone else's approval or will she continue to seek the love of her father in others?Read this heart-wrenching tale of Seta's growing pains. Ms. carter takes hte reader on an emotional roller-coaster ride and you'll be surprised at the ending destination. Sacrifice The One opens up the door to conversations about parent/child relationships. It's a must have for your book collection.Readincolor ReviewersShelia Goss