This is one of those books that I pick up because of the cover and title....and then want to forget I saw once I read the back cover. I have never been a fan of short stories...and this is a book of short stories, short stories that intertwine a bit, but still...sigh. I was already to throw the book back to oblivion, then a former student recommended it and I decided I should *once again* give short stories a try. 
 (Why am I anti-short stories? I get so committed to a story...and then its over before the characters even had a chance to invite me to dinner.) 
 This is a collection of short stories about women photographers...most of the stories take place in the past, most dabble in feminism, quite often there is unconventional love...and commentaries on a woman's place in the home (outside the home). The stories are interesting...the women all lead fascinating (though often sad) lives--- and each is searching for their place in the photography world. 
 The writing is good....the stories are interesting, but I dragged my feet through the book each time a short story ended because I didn't have the energy to dive into another world....to find it end so quickly. 
 So! If you like short stories....read this! Especially if art and the world of women interest you. If you are more into nature...or full novels....just keep walking.