Product Description
In this unforgettable and deeply moving novel, one woman finds the courage to break the bonds of despair and unhappiness by reaching back to the past and the examples set by the strong African American women from whom she has descended.
Mignon Samuels feels betrayed by the dream of a fairytale life. Her wealthy husband was supposed to bring her acceptance by the black middle class -- something her looks alone never could. Instead, all he gave her was pain. Now, Mignon is about to embark on a journey of discovery. As she delves into an aging leather-bound journal that holds the record of her family history, she uncovers the truth of four generations of strong women who survived the harsh realities of racism, broken romance, and economic hardships -- but the fortitude of their spirit would never be broken. Now, it is Mignon's turn to forge ahead, with her three girls in tow. The lessons learned from her proud heritage will sustain her mind and spirit, ensuring that the cycle of negativity and self-doubt can be broken. And Mignon will find that reaching back really means learning from the past...and reaching forward to a whole new world of possibilities.
