Mary McCorvey 5.0 out of 5 stars A Remarkable Writer

There’s a Tortoise in My Hair is one of those rare novels that lingers in your mind long after you’ve closed the last page. Calvin Barry Schwartz has crafted a story that is both intimate and expansive—following Cam through the quiet aches and surprising graces of life, while weaving in history, humor, and spirit. The “tortoise” metaphor is unforgettable, a symbol that deepens with every chapter, and I found myself reflecting on my own journey as I read. This isn’t a book you race through; it’s one you savor, and it rewards that patience with beauty, wisdom, and a resonance that feels profoundly human.