Sherry has struggled all her life to understand who she is, where she comes from, and, most importantly, why her mother slapped her cheek one summer afternoon. The incident has haunted Sherry, and it causes her to dig into her familyas past. Like many family histories, it is fractured and stubbornly reluctant to reveal its secrets; but Sherry is determined to know the full story. In just a few daysa time her extended family will gather for a reunion, and Sherry sets off across the country with her mother, Dumpling, to join them. What Sherry and Dumpling find on their trip is far more important than a scenic site here and therea it is the assorted pieces of their familyas past. Pulled together, they reveal a history of amazing survival and abundant joy.
Praise for the novels of Bernice L. McFadden:
Terry McMillian on "Sugar"
aOne of the most compelling and thought-provoking novels Iave read in years.a
Toni Morrison on "The Warmest December"
aRiveting . . . I am as impressed by its structural strength as by the searing and expertly imagined scenes.a
People magazine on "This Bitter Earth"
aMcFaddenas sensuous prose and folk wisdom conjure a memorable character with complexity and grace.a
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Sherry has struggled all her life to understand who she is, where she comes from, and, most importantly, why her mother slapped her cheek one summer afternoon. The incident has haunted Sherry, and it causes her to dig into her familyas past. Like many family histories, it is fractured and stubbornly reluctant to reveal its secrets; but Sherry is determined to know the full story. In just a few daysa time her extended family will gather for a reunion, and Sherry sets off across the country with her mother, Dumpling, to join them. What Sherry and Dumpling find on their trip is far more important than a scenic site here and therea it is the assorted pieces of their familyas past. Pulled together, they reveal a history of amazing survival and abundant joy.
Praise for the novels of Bernice L. McFadden:
Terry McMillian on "Sugar"
aOne of the most compelling and thought-provoking novels Iave read in years.a
Toni Morrison on "The Warmest December"
aRiveting . . . I am as impressed by its structural strength as by the searing and expertly imagined scenes.a
People magazine on "This Bitter Earth"
aMcFaddenas sensuous prose and folk wisdom conjure a memorable character with complexity and grace.a
Imprint | Dutton Books |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | February 2006 |
Availability | Supplier out of stock. If you add this item to your wish list we will let you know when it becomes available. |
Authors | Bernice L McFadden |
Dimensions | 234 x 170 x 26mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover - Sewn / Cloth over boards / With dust jacket |
Pages | 290 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-525-94875-9 |
Barcode | 9780525948759 |
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LSN | 0-525-94875-9 |