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The story centers on Patsy, a Jamaican woman who leaves her daughter, Tru, to pursue a life in New York with her friend Cicely. As an undocumented immigrant, Patsy navigates the challenges of survival while yearning for the freedom to love openly. The narrative explores themes of selfhood versus motherhood and the stark contrast between the American dream and harsh realities. Celebrated for its authenticity and emotional depth, the novel resonates with readers seeking representation and understanding in complex familial relationships.
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Patsy, Nicole Dennis-Benn
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Patsy
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Nicole Dennis-Benn
- Publisher
- Liveright Publishing Corporation
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 432
- ISBN13
- 9781631497896
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The story centers on Patsy, a Jamaican woman who leaves her daughter, Tru, to pursue a life in New York with her friend Cicely. As an undocumented immigrant, Patsy navigates the challenges of survival while yearning for the freedom to love openly. The narrative explores themes of selfhood versus motherhood and the stark contrast between the American dream and harsh realities. Celebrated for its authenticity and emotional depth, the novel resonates with readers seeking representation and understanding in complex familial relationships.