Essence best-selling author Keith Lee Johnson's popular series continues with this fourth book, which reaches back to unearth the roots of Johnnie Wise's family tree. On the eve of her arranged marriage in an African village, a 16-year-old girl elopes with her fiancE's younger brother. But the lovers are captured and sold into American slavery-and the girl wonders if she'll ever see her man again.
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"this book explains about a girl that lives a rough life and is going through alot. it takes place in the early 1900s. her family is poor and has no money so the mother prostitutes to get money and sells her daughters. it was at a time where blacks and whites didnt get along "
— Dmercado (5 out of 5 stars)
" I love this series! This book was crazy and the twists were a surprise! I liked learning about Johnnie's ancestors and can't wait to read the next book! "
— Sheena, 7/26/2013" I Like Dis Book Becausee Shee Is Onlyy 16 nd shee is ready tew marry dis man who she thinkss is thee onee for her,.'!! "
— *Ahh', 6/8/2013" I read this book (#4) of the series FIRST! I am glad I did this and worked my way to present. It really brought clarity to the story. Where we come from often helps to understand why we are where we are today, especially if a cycle is not broken. "
— Monique, 2/24/2013" awesome book the ending tho, OMG cant wait to read the next one "
— Lavonce, 12/13/2012" It was an excellent read. The ending was a shocker. I can't wait to read book five. I read all four books in about a week. They were easy to read and a page turner. "
— Jacqueline, 11/27/2012" Listened to the audiobook and was extremely pleased with the story which was Narrated by Beresford Bennett. "
— Nikki, 10/30/2012" I love this book so far. I loved the other 3 books in the series. I know that when I'm finished this one I'll love it too. "
— Shawalli, 8/31/2012" Great ending to an amazing series. This gave u the back story of Johnnie's grandmother. History is so important, and this little girl's history was sumthin else!! "
— Danielle, 7/24/2012" This was a good book just not as well as his first 3 i hope he contiones with the books but hope his writing dont get worse but better like it was. "
— Maggi, 6/4/2012" Keith Lee Johnson is a powerful writer. I found this story to be a page turn. Full of action!!!! "
— Rhina, 4/3/2012" This goes back to give background information on the ancestors of Johnnie Wise. Loved it. "
— Meshanda, 2/18/2012" I looved this series, but I could not get into this book. I am sad to say but I just could not finish this book. "
— Teleka, 8/18/2011" Could not put this book down...finished it today and what can I say...Keith Lee Johnson knows how to tell a story...I think everyone can relate to at least one thing in this book and if not are able to empathize with the character. "
— Meggan, 5/21/2011" It was an ok read. Moved along very fast and I liked that the heroine was a survivor, however some elements of the story were a unrealistic. Will probably read part 2 to see how the story ends. "
— Marquise, 3/20/2011" about a black/white girl trying to get by in the 1960. "
— Nijee, 11/13/2010" This book is RAW! It's so explicit w/ harsh detail. "
— A'kialah, 6/13/2010" Omqoshh Dis Book Is Crazy Because Dere Was Dis Gurl Named jonnie Wise Nd She Was Only 15 wen her mom had sold her virginity to an unscrupulous white insurance man named Earl Shamus. "
— *Ahh', 5/13/2010" I really enjoyed this book! It was very well written. I can't wait to read the sequel - since the ending left a lot of open questions! "
— Josephine, 4/5/2010" ? Great Book ! ? Johnnie Was Such A Wise Girl ! ? LoL ? This Was My First Time Reading A Book Setting Back Before The 1990's & I Enjoyed It ! ? "
— JazzyRacquel, 4/1/2010" I can't wait to read the next book in this series! This one was really good and I can only imagine that the next book just gets better! <br/> <br/> "
— *•.?.•*Sabrina*•.?.•*, 3/4/2010" Loved it. Once you read the first book you will be hooked and want to read the entire series. Set in New Orleans. A mother practically forces her child into prostitution. "
— Meshanda, 1/9/2010Keith Lee Johnson is the author of more than six novels, including the Little Black Girl Lost series. Prior to his writing career, Johnson attended Owens Community College and served in the United States Air Force. He resides in Toledo, Ohio.
Beresford Bennett is a voice talent and audiobook narrator.