Making Do - (Believe: Tuskegee Strong!) Large Print by Josan Wright Callender (Paperback)
About this item
Highlights
- Racial Fissures.
- 340 Pages
- Young Adult Fiction, Religious
- Series Name: Believe: Tuskegee Strong!
Description
About the Book
A young black couple living in the 40s South find faith in God gives them courage to overcome their fears. Universal themes mixed with humor make this an entertaining and inspirational story!
Book Synopsis
- Racial Fissures.
- Economic Collapse.
- Global Uncertainty.
But this is 1940!
The story follows a young Black couple who seek to navigate life and love in one of the most turbulent times in U.S. history. While their paths collide on the streets of Bessemer, Alabama, they must first confront the tangible fears of the Jim Crow south, the Great Depression and their nation poised on the brink of World War II, before realizing the love they seek. Will they brave this challenging period -- with faith in God, friends and family -- to become a resilient and confident couple able to conquer fear and triumph over life's uncertainties?
This Christian young adult, historical fiction novel demonstrates how a strong faith in God can provide the grit and commitment to succeed and overcome all life's many challenges.
Review Quotes
"A well-drawn historical drama..." - Kirkus Reviews