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Synopsis
One does not read Gayl Jones; Gayl Jones allows you into her space, and she shares her story with you. She sets the rhythm. She sets the pace. You're invited to come along, if you must. While the invitation may appear casual, even aloof, the writing is not. And once you step inside her latest book, Mosquito, Jones will keep you dazzled by her language, humor, breadth of knowledge, and sheer creative intellect. For its volume alone you may want to put the book down, but as Nadine, Jones's main character might say, "Now, you didn't have to come in the first, but you here now and I gots somethin' to say." You will listen, and you will enjoy.
Chicago Tribune - Sandra Scofield
Mosquito will amuse and confuse and instruct and pique and exhaust you. Sometimes the anecdotes are so good you call up friends to share them. There are a hundred times you want to shout, 'Right on!'