Focusing on the resilience of family bonds, the narrative centers on eight sisters escaping slavery after their parents are sold. The oldest, Isze, devises a plan to free herself and her siblings, highlighting themes of survival and the legacy of oppression. The story connects to the author's earlier work, HerStory: Revelations, through the character Mema, Isze's great-great-niece, weaving a rich tapestry of generational struggle and hope.
- Like very many families we very much looked forward to our holidays and the precious time to step off of the treadmill and relax together. Both our children were particularly enjoying languages at school so we decided to help their studies and renew our love of France... - Thus begins a voyage of discovery into French culture, customs and cuisine and a deep sense of belonging. But when a mystery sickness takes hold of Paulette's life, her dreams and hopes are gradually stripped away. Eventually she finds herself alone in a small hamlet, unable to work, suffering intense pain and with many difficult questions. Filled with humorous anecdotes and sharp insights about life in France, Paulette's testimony demonstrates how God can restore our lives not only for our good but for the blessing of the many people we encounter along the way.