Little Bird

by LaRita Dixon

Genres: Coming of Age; Cultural Heritage

Synopsis

LaRita Dixon's debut novel, Little Bird, is a gripping tale of resilience and the incredible power of love and family. For twelve years Amal has happily lived with her parents and sister, when war suddenly changes her life forever. Within just a few days she loses her entire family and endures other horrendous experiences while fleeing for her life. The resulting psychological trauma does not stop with her arrival in America. Just when Amal is about to lose all hope, she meets a lovely southern lady and her family. Will they be able to help heal her wounds and teach her to love again? Little Bird is a gripping tale of resilience and the incredible power of love and family.

Release date: November 3, 2018

Publisher: Indigo River Publishing

Print pages: 372

Sample

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