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How We Healed

By: Melody Fowler, Arric Fowler
Narrated by: Kimberly Yvonne Steele
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Publisher's summary

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

©2022 Arric Fowler Melody Fowler (P)2022 Arric Fowler Melody Fowler
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2023 SPEAK UP TALK RADIO FIREBIRD BOOK AWARDS WINNER; 2022 RED RIBBON WINNER - WISHING SHELF AWARDS UK; 2022 BEST BOOK AWARD FINALIST for American Book Fest

"An original, thought-provoking, memorable and poignant story of healing from emotional injuries." - MBR (MidWest Book Review) Small Press Book Watch General Fiction

"An often vivid family saga, centered on a satisfyingly complex matriarch." - Kirkus Reviews

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The narration is wonderful

I love the story, and l fell in love with Drunetta captivating friends and fascinating family. Thanks Author

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There is a natural backdrop to the story painted by the author. It's a book everyone should read, so I recommend it.

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A great read but be ready to shed some tears, too. The story was engaging, emotional and beautiful.

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Very interesting listen and very easy

A fantastic story so kudos to the author of this book because I can't stop saying how amazing it is

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I highly recommend this book. Because every time I read it, I was transported into Druneta's world.

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It was a great experience

Druneta emotionally attracted me. The book is being read for the second time and I've never read it before. Recommend it

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It was a great experience, I must say. I enjoyed reading your life lessons. Thanks a lot.

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This is the best book that I've listen

This is the best book that I've listen , Highly recommend as contemporary fiction. Thanks

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