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I was staying with Aunt Bridgette and her family in Savanna-la-mar, the capital of Westmoreland, when I decided to go see Grandpa who is now living in Santa Cruz. Twenty years was indeed a long time and the Jamaica that I once knew, is not the same.Įverything is so modernized, everything but the transportation system. Girl, it was a wonderful experience I especially loved seeing the family after so many years. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author. If you're reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to and purchase your own copy. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each recipient. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. Published by Jamaica Treasures at Smashwords: The stories span the unique challenges faced by young, inexperienced doctors – having to decide during a first human dissection whether it is more important to follow the anatomy textbook or keep a tattoo intact – but also delve into their private lives, their relationships and family histories, their fears and motivations. Twelve interlinked stories introduce us to a group of medical students over ten years, as they make the transition from medical school to hospital life. In this beautifully written collection, Vincent Lam weaves together black humour, investigations of both common and extraordinary moral dilemmas, and a sometimes shockingly realistic portrait of today’s medical profession. An astonishing literary debut, this collection of mature and intricate stories introduces a powerful new voice in fiction. Sybil, smart and articulate, puts a feminist spin on their situation: Slaves may be free, but women are not. 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