This author finds fulfillment in nurturing growth, whether cultivating ideas into stories, seeds into flowers, or grandchildren into miracles. Devoted to writing and teaching creative writing, they enthusiastically help develop literary talents. They draw upon a unique perspective to craft works that resonate with readers and inspire them to grow.
The story revolves around inseparable siblings Con and Sofie as they navigate the emotional turmoil of their mother's sudden disappearance amid her battle with addiction. Faced with uncertainty, they must grapple with trust and their ability to fend for themselves, highlighting themes of resilience, sibling bonds, and the impact of addiction on family dynamics.
The story follows an imaginative ten-year-old girl as she navigates the challenges of growing up and confronting the realities of life. Through her vivid fantasies, she learns to balance her dreams with the complexities of her world, highlighting themes of resilience and self-discovery. This beautifully crafted narrative captures the essence of childhood and the journey toward understanding one's place in the future.
Ten-year-old Rose's perfect life is upended when her long-absent disaster of a mother turns up. Can she hold her family together as everything unravels? Growing up on the farm it was always just Rose and grandma, working the land that had been in the Lovell family for generations. She doesn't miss her mother, Iris, a bit. In fact, when Iris shows up, Rose is furious. But when an ugly argument between her mother and grandmother reveals painful truths about their family history, Rose runs away. . . . And inadvertently discovers her secret little sister, Lily. Generations of whispered secrets and family dysfunction surface as Rose struggles to reconcile the home and life she loves with the history she never knew-- and to protect Lily at all costs. Even if it means letting Iris into her life. In alternating chapters, previous generations of Lovell women narrate their experiences on the farm, adding depth and context to this powerful story of complex families and unconditional love. Moranville's captivating prose will keep readers turning the pages as Rose grapples with her changing life and learns the truth about her family-- mothers, daughters, and women who weren't ready to be either.