Over the years, there were many moments when Alma wanted to demonstrate her love to Harold but she would always fall short of going through with it, and the harsh, vindictive words would spew out of her mouth.  But when Harold dies and Alma is alone, she wished she’d never said those malicious and hurtful words to him.  At her lowest moment, Alma doesn’t have the desire to carry on, but a group of ladies in red hats extend encouragement and friendship to her, and a suspicious Alma reluctantly accepts. 

When I read the synopsis of the RED HATS and saw the author is comedian Damon Wayans, the first thought that came to mind was this book was going to be strictly hilarious.  Boy was I wrong!!!  RED HATS did have some funny moments, but the seriousness of the story surpassed the comical situations.  Cleverly written with a host of conceivable characters and a plausible plot, RED HATS reveals the importance of forgiving, love, and friendship.  I could easily see this novel becoming a movie.

Reviewed by Sharon Lewis
of The RAWSISTAZ™ Reviewers