by Charles Martin
Two half-brothers, both internally scarred by their father's neglect and abuse, find solace under the tender care of their colored housekeeper. She was a praying woman, and constantly told the boys that life is battle not to be fought with fists, but with one's heart and being on one's knees. In the...
Two half-brothers, both internally scarred by their father's neglect and abuse, find solace under the tender care of their colored housekeeper. She was a praying woman, and constantly told the boys that life is battle not to be fought with fists, but with one's heart and being on one's knees. In the...
A touching and poignant novel that deals very candidly with real-life issues such as familial abuse and mental illness. Very well-written, and the character of Miss Ella is a great one. I really enjoyed this.