2023 SPEAK UP TALK RADIO FIREBIRD BOOK (MULTIPLE) 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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