Sometimes, things aren't what they seem to be. People should look more closely, and not stop at the surface in order to fully understand. Author Stella Barbaretta unravels a wonderful story of growing up, forgiveness, acceptance, courage and not giving up in the face of adversity. Her new publication, Black Lace Eggs, will make readers smile, laugh and cry as it takes them into an extraordinary journey of a young girl's flight to self-discovery.
Marley Gayle Kellerman is a headstrong and creative child raised on a Pennsylvania farm in the 1950s. She finds great adventure riding the rolling hills of her imaginative Old West, on her horse Lightening, which closely resembles an overused broom. Marley's imagination serves as an escape from the real pain that she experiences in the hands of her mother, but she can see that there is more reason for her mother's anger than Marley herself can provide. Marley strikes back through her imagination, and finds this retaliation a source of strength and satisfaction.
Not heeding her mother's warning to stay away from him, Marley befriends a black man who has moved into her neighbor's farm. She spends time with him and grows to love him, which makes her best friend feel unwanted and angry. Marley searches for an answer after her new friend disappears without a trace, leaving behind the few possessions he owned. She finds herself a teen keeping a secret that could destroy, avenging a murder, and fighting for her own life.
Refreshing and inspiring, Marley's story is something readers can relate to and teach them valuable lessons in this world. Black Lace Eggs has all the twists and turns that tug at one's heart, making them appreciate life all the more.
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About the Author
She was born and resides in Pennsylvania, and has lived there all her life. She is dedicated to her family, and that is what is most important to her. Black Lace Eggs is her first published work. The reader can look forward to more works of fiction by Stella Barbaretta coming in the future.
Black Lace Eggs * by Stella Barbaretta
Publication Date: May 6, 2013
Trade Paperback; $19.99; 202 pages; 978-1-4836-1732-9
Trade Hardback; $29.99; 202 pages; 978-1-4836-1733-6
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