The Grapes of Wrath in Late 20th Century America
"Fortitude is a word that we almost never associate with children. But that's precisely what we witness here. This book is about an indomitable soul traveling from her tender to adult years untouched, unspoiled, and always undeterred. With her fluid and luminous style, an almost cubist approach to writing, and an her ever-present, sometimes disquieting, clarity, Mary Gregory is a master story-teller, and a deeply profound human being."
- Michael M. Gioan
A Vivid and Moving Journey
"There’s a moment in this book, when Mary’s (the author’s) husband tapes back together pictures from Mary’s childhood that her own mother tore apart that is so moving, it made me emotional. It’s a gesture of love that is very powerful because of all that Mary had had to endure up to this point. This book is full of moments like that, bits of real grace and humanity that shine in the midst of a tumultuous upbringing. This book takes you on a cross-country journey, painting a vivid picture as it goes."
- Lana Gorgona
A Tale of Resilience and Beauty
This beautifully written story begins in the Deep South, where Mary's father, a Baptist preacher outs himself as gay and a short time later, her mother absconds with Mary and her siblings on a journey that eventually lands them in Southern California. Mary's remarkable tale explores the complexities of relationships, family, poverty, disappointment, and hope. This is a triumphant story and one that will inspire you. Read it!
- Marjorie Gilberg
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