This is the story of Jeanette, adopted & brought up by her mother as one of God`s elect. Zealous & passionate, she seems destined for life as a missionary, but then she falls for one of her converts. At sixteen, Jeanette decides to leave the church, her home & her family, for the young woman she loves. Innovative, punchy & tender, Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit is a few days ride into the bizarre outposts of religious excess & human obsession. With a new introduction by the author.