The Rent Collector by Camron Wright
Summary: (amazon)
This fictional story, based on actual accounts, follows a Cambodian family that lives at--and makes their living from--Stung Meanchey, the largest municipal waste dump in all of Cambodia. as her husband scavenge the dump for things to sell, Sang Ly tries to find a way to heal her ailing son. When she discovers that the bad-tempered rent collector can read, Sang LY begs the woman to teach her. The unlikely relationship is the beginning of a life-changing quest. It is a story of hope, determination, and the strength of family. It is the journey of one woman to save her son and another womans chance at redemption. It demonstrates that even in a dump in Cambodia--perhaps especially in a dump in Cambodia--everyone deserves a second chance.
My Thoughts:
I really liked this novel. First of all the setting was very interesting. I was surprised to know that Sung Meanchey a real place, and that aspect was thought provoking. But the plot was slow--extremely slow, and there wasn't a climax. Something happens in the end and your think "was the author trying to leave clues and build up to this point"? But the author didn't and a little bit of a mystery in the book would have been nice. The Rent Collector was well written, and I enjoyed the characters. Sang Ly's journey with the Rent Collector was bland, and not very exciting. Although, it is a sweet, thought provoking novel. It really makes you think! Overall, it wasn't a very thrilling or excited book. But it was worth it, and I would recommend it.
Content: Cautious, violence, gross\gorey descriptions, alcoholism
My Rating: 4 stars (I liked it)
PG, 12 and up
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