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2023 SPEAK UP TALK RADIO FIREBIRD BOOK MULTI-AWARD WINNER
2022 RED RIBBON WINNER—WISHING SHELF AWARDS
2022 BEST BOOK AWARD FINALIST for American Book Fest
“An often vivid family saga, centered on a satisfyingly complex matriarch.”—Kirkus Reviews
“A compelling family drama. A RED RIBBON WINNER and highly recommended.”—The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
“This book did an excellent job of teaching essential life lessons.”—OnlineBookClub.org Review
“An original, thought-provoking, memorable and poignant story of healing from emotional injuries.”—MBR (MidWest Book Review) Small Press Book Watch General Fiction
Embark on an extraordinary journey through the segregated South of 1957 with Drunetta Brown, a woman determined to rewrite her story of struggle and heartbreak. Fleeing her shattered dreams and an alcoholic husband, Drunetta takes her children to New York City for a fresh start. There, she finds unexpected allies in Raycie, a talented bar singer, and Rose, a devoted church secretary. As Drunetta navigates the challenges of her new life, her friendships become her lifeline, offering the strength she needs to carve her own path in a changing world. With echoes of “The Color Purple,” this raw and emotional tale promises an unforgettable odyssey of healing and resilience
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