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This Bitter Earth continues the story of Sugar, a young African American woman navigating love and betrayal. On the road leading to her childhood home in Short Junction, Arkansas, she learns of unrequited love, deep hatred, and a generational curse tied to black magic. Her trek to St. Louis forces her friendship bonds to face new challenges, pushing her to act with courage and compassion for a fellow woman in need.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Bernice L. McFadden
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