Heralded for writing deeply memorable . . . women (Jennifer Senior, New York Times), Nicole Dennis-Benn introduces readers to an unforgettable heroine for our times: the eponymous Patsy, who leaves her young daughter behind in Jamaica to follow Cicely, her oldest friend, to New York. Beating with the pulse of a long-withheld confession and peppered with lilting patois, Patsy gives voice to a woman who looks to America for the opportunity to love whomever she chooses, bravely putting herself first. But to survive as an undocumented immigrant, Patsy is forced to work as a nanny, while back in Jamaica her daughter, Tru, ironically struggles to understand why she was left behind. Greeted with international critical acclaim from readers who, at last, saw themselves represented in Patsy, this astonishing novel fills a literary void with compassion, complexity and tenderness (Joshunda Sanders, Time), offering up a vital portrait of the chasms between selfhood and motherhood, the American dream and reality.
Details e-book Patsy
🗸 Author(s): Nicole Dennis-Benn
🗸 Title: Patsy: A Novel
🗸 Rating : 4.3 from 5 stars (668 reviews)
🗸 Languange: English
🗸 Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
🗸 Supported Devices: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about Patsy by Nicole Dennis-Benn
Delve into the pages of this engrossing historical fiction novel, where the past comes alive in vivid detail. Set against the backdrop of a bygone era, the story follows the lives of ordinary people caught up in extraordinary events. With its richly drawn characters and immersive storytelling, this book offers a glimpse into a world long gone but not forgotten.
This poignant memoir offers a deeply personal account of one woman's journey to overcome adversity and find redemption. From childhood trauma to adult struggles, the author shares her experiences with honesty and vulnerability, offering hope and inspiration to readers facing their own challenges. With its raw emotion and powerful storytelling, this book is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
Dive into a world of magic and mystery with this enchanting fantasy novel, where mythical creatures and ancient prophecies collide in an epic battle for survival. As darkness descends upon the land, a young hero must rise to fulfill his destiny and save the kingdom from destruction. With its richly imagined world and compelling characters, this book is sure to transport readers to a realm of wonder and adventure.
Related ebooks of Patsy
Kimberly Burns— a self-sufficient, nineteen-year-old— expects her customary camping trip to be a calming escape from the non-stop demands of college life but the attack from a recently turned vampire changes everything.Aaron Calem has been trying to resist the blood lust raging through his new body, but the unfamiliar voice in his head won’t let him pass up an easy meal.When he’s left with a girl barely clinging to life, he must choose between loyalty…
Handmade Chic: Step-by-Step Instructions for Creating Des...
Packed with Laura Bennett's signature flair, vibrant color photos, step-by-step drawings, and suggestions on materials, here is an accessible guide to at-home crafting that is elegant enough for the most modern, fashion-savvy of women.Laura Bennett shares simple strategies for creating 40 small luxuries and high-fashion accessories, from a smart leather iPad portfolio to a feather-embellished evening bag. With sections organized in skill-building order and based on type of accessory, including:Small leather goodsAgendas and notepadsElectronicsBags and…
The Strategy and Tactics of Pricing: A guide to growing m...
The Strategy and Tactics of Pricing explains how to manage markets strategically and how to grow more profitably. Rather than calculating prices to cover costs or achieve sales goals, students will learn to make strategic pricing decisions that proactively manage customer perceptions of value, motivate purchasing decisions, and shift demand curves.This edition features a new discussion on harnessing concepts from behavioral economics as well as a more streamlined "value cascade" structure to the topics. Readers…
They All Had A Grudge: A reason. A secret. A fear. A murd...
Popular Paxton has been murdered. Her boyfriend, Lane, has been charged with the crime but his sister Layla is not beyond suspicion. Also among those who knew Paxton best are the friend she betrayed, the boy she rejected, and the girl who now wants to take her place. Though the spotlight has so far stopped on Lane, each of them had both motive and opportunity to commit the crime. Until the investigation ends and the…
Genealogy For Dummies (For Dummies (Computers)) AP Statistics Premium: With 9 Practice Tests (Barron’s Test Prep) Mastering Python Networking: Your one-stop solution to using Python for network automation, programmability, and DevOps, 3rd Edition My Life as an Ice Cream Sandwich Natural Causes: An Epidemic of Wellness, the Certainty of Dying, and Killing Ourselves to Live Longer The Storyteller ASWB Masters Exam Secrets Study Guide: ASWB Test Review for the Association of Social Work Boards Exam Black Paper Notebook (Large Size): 8.5″ x 11″ | College Ruled | For Gel Pens Shep Paine’s Armor Modeler Guide (Finescale Modeler) Excommunicated Warrior: 7 Stages of Transition
