Fishbone

Aimee Nezhukumatathil

December 1, 2000

Fishbone by Aimee Nezhukumatathil offers a captivating journey of self-reflection for readers. Told through a lyrical, poetic style, the narrative follows the life of a young woman, Ramlah Kumalah, as she reflects upon her life and begins to understand herself and her place in the world. As she looks back on the events that have shaped her, her thoughts are met with a chorus of inner voices that guide her in her lineage, her belonging, and her purpose.Through the musings of Ramlah, we gain insight into the joys, sorrows, discoveries, challenges, and triumphs of her life. As she acknowledges her oneness with the people and world around her, her understanding of self and her relationship with the universe grows. In spite of the challenges, Ramlah is determined and optimistic, carrying on with resilience and grace, and inspiring readers to begin to recognize the beauty and strength that lies within us all. Fishbone offers a powerful story of resilience and self discovery. The book contains a powerful collection of wisdom from all cultures that illustrate the truth that we are all connected and are all part of something much bigger than ourselves. To face our fears and discover who we truly are is the central goal of the story, and readers will find comfort in the stories of Ramlah and those around her. The narrative never stops to preach or lecture, instead it delivers its lessons masterfully and with sensitivity, piquing the interest of any who are looking for a thought-provoking and emotionally charged read.