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Nissa Series

This series delves into the complex emotions of childhood and loss. It follows a young girl grappling with her mother's mysterious disappearance and the town's unsettling speculation. The narratives explore the power of memory, burgeoning fear, and the difficult process of understanding harsh realities. This is a poignant journey of seeking comprehension and resilience in the face of uncertainty.

Nissa's Place
The Year of the Sawdust Man

Recommended Reading Order

  1. 1

    The Year of the Sawdust Man

    • 224 pages
    • 8 hours of reading
    3.5(19)Add rating

    Set in 1933 Louisiana, the story follows eleven-year-old Nissa as she grapples with her mother's mysterious disappearance. With her mother gone, the townspeople speculate about her fate, fueling Nissa's fears and memories of their time together. The narrative explores themes of childhood distress, loss, and the struggle to comprehend complex emotions. As Nissa navigates her feelings and the rumors surrounding her mother's absence, she embarks on a poignant journey of understanding and resilience.

    The Year of the Sawdust Man
  2. 2

    Nissa's Place

    • 256 pages
    • 9 hours of reading
    3.8(5)Add rating

    At 13, Nissa grapples with her sense of belonging as she leaves her Louisiana home, where she feels out of place with her father and stepmother. Seeking connection, she moves to Chicago to live with her eccentric mother. This journey explores themes of identity, family dynamics, and the quest for self-discovery amidst contrasting lifestyles.

    Nissa's Place