The untelling

The prologue of this deeply affecting novel took my breath away. There is a quiet brilliance throughout this story of loyalty, of trust, of shame.

THE UNTELLING by Tayari Jones August 12, 2005 Amazon rating 4/5 stars In the UNTELLING by Tayari Jones, a tragic accident takes the life of a father and his infant daughter. At the time, Aria Jackson was 9 years old.

The Untelling, Tayari Jones' second novel, is a beautifully written and deeply compelling story. A powerful back story strengthens the present storyline and told in prose that is at the same time brave and elegant.

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