I met author Trisha Todd this weekend at her book signing and again when she read from her book in Charlotte, NC. I had just finished reading The Drive the night before. The book is sensual, heartbreaking and then hopeful. The honesty with which she writes impressed me. When I spoke with her, I told her she was a very brave lady. It's one thing to write openly and honestly about your experiences and feelings in a personal journal or diary, but it takes a lot of guts to put it out there for everyone to read.

She said her editor argued with her about including flashes to earlier times in her life instead of just staying focused on the situation with Annie. You were right to keep it in Trisha. The background information explains where you're coming from, where your roots are, why you react and feel the way you do.

Also, the descriptions of the surroundings, the people, and everything else in the book makes you feel like you can see, smell, taste and touch them all. Trisha is truly an artist with words. Thank you again for your heartfelt book and for taking the time to come to Charlotte and for speaking with me. I look forward to your next book and hopefully another visit.

A friend of mine recently suggested that I read 'The Drive'. I'd never heard of Todd, but thought it might be interesting. It did read like a journal and yes, a journey. But to where?
After living many years as a part of the 'lesbian community' I share what appeared to be her frustrations where finding the 'right' woman were concerned. I applaud her for her honesty. She allowed the reader to see a sadness too often seen in our world where many Annies & Danielles exist.
An exploration of each attempt & failure with a reassessment along the way to perhaps to qualify the effort.
By book's end, I was still uncertain as to how much she'd learned about herself, beyond her obvious need for spirituality.
Perhaps that was it. Have faith in where you are going. Fate promises a fun filled ride. Just make sure to pay attention along the way.
I hope to see more from her

I met author Trisha Todd this weekend at her book signing and again when she read from her book in Charlotte, NC. I had just finished reading The Drive the night before. The book is sensual, heartbreaking and then hopeful. The honesty with which she writes impressed me. When I spoke with her, I told her she was a very brave lady. It's one thing to write openly and honestly about your experiences and feelings in a personal journal or diary, but it takes a lot of guts to put it out there for everyone to read.

She said her editor argued with her about including flashes to earlier times in her life instead of just staying focused on the situation with Annie. You were right to keep it in Trisha. The background information explains where you're coming from, where your roots are, why you react and feel the way you do.

Also, the descriptions of the surroundings, the people, and everything else in the book makes you feel like you can see, smell, taste and touch them all. Trisha is truly an artist with words. Thank you again for your heartfelt book and for taking the time to come to Charlotte and for speaking with me. I look forward to your next book and hopefully another visit.