{"product_id":"the-two-lives-of-sara-9780778333227","title":"The Two Lives of Sara","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Focusing on the interplay between generations as she did in her debut (\u003cem\u003eSaving Ruby King\u003c\/em\u003e) West writes with charming precision and intention. Every character is a beautiful, relatable complication. Both masterfully suspenseful and certain to tug at the reader's heartstrings, \u003cem\u003eThe Two Lives of Sara\u003c\/em\u003e solidifies West as a literary force.”\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e—\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBooklist\u003c\/em\u003e, Starred Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“In this utterly absorbing and dazzling novel about the stories we tell to stay alive and the secrets we keep to protect ourselves, Catherine Adel West explores the intricacies of family and community as well as the realities of migration, reinvention, and loss. \u003cem\u003eThe Two Lives of Sara\u003c\/em\u003e also celebrates everyday forms of resistance in a racist and divided country and the balm that love, food, and art can still provide. I couldn’t put this exquisite book down.” —\u003cstrong\u003eNancy Jooyoun Kim, \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e Bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Last Story of Mina Lee\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This heartfelt novel about a survivor trying to build a new life among a found family cuts deep. Catherine Adel West has woven a rich story filled with warmth, faith, and hope while also incisively exploring the limits of resilience.” —\u003cstrong\u003eMaisy Card, author of \u003cem\u003eThese Ghosts are Family\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“I'm in awe of Catherine Adel West's storytelling and her ability to capture the reader's attention from the first page. She magically delves into the many facets of family, friendship and community. \u003cem\u003eThe Two Lives of Sara \u003c\/em\u003eis a wondrous journey that combines everything I adore in a story—resilient Black women, hope, and love!” —\u003cstrong\u003eJamise Harper, co-author of \u003cem\u003eBibliophile: Diverse Spines\u003c\/em\u003e and founder of the Diverse Spines book community\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A heartfelt story of family, community, and the secrets that won't turn us loose. Through complex characters, exquisite detail, and rich language, West explores the impossible choices we make to protect those we love. A stunning journey of a mother's love and sacrifice.\" —\u003cstrong\u003eNancy Johnson, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Kindest Lie\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eThe Two Lives of Sara\u003c\/em\u003e completely took my breath away. Catherine Adel West’s masterful way with words is vibrant, gut-wrenching, and hauntingly beautiful. Sara’s story brought tears to my eyes and will be one that I will continue to revisit for years to come.\" \u003cstrong\u003e—Taj McCoy, author of \u003cem\u003eSavvy Sheldon Feels Good As Hell\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Catherine Adel West’s beautiful writing is truly a gift — a poetic treasure that engages the heart and the mind.” —\u003cstrong\u003eWanda M. Morris, Lefty award-winning author of \u003cem\u003eAll Her Little Secrets\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A gripping reflection on our need to be loved and our fear of rejection, Catherine Adel West crafts a timeless and complex narrative of family, loss, and what it means to lose faith in religion and ourselves. Sara King and the family she finds at the Scarlet Poplar will stay with you long after the final page.” —\u003cstrong\u003eLane Clarke, author of \u003cem\u003eLove Times Infinity\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eThe Two Lives of Sara\u003c\/em\u003e is a stellar follow-up for Catherine Adel West. The relationships surrounding Sara King are nuanced, complex, and full of small moments that stick with you long after you are done. West has a direct and precise prose that goes straight to the heart of the characters, the story, and the reader.\" \u003cstrong\u003e—Morg Rogers, author of \u003cem\u003eHoney Girl\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“West has written a book that seems made to be filmed: Weighty conversations about living with segregation and trying to survive despite all the difficulties drive the story. A raw look at life for a Black woman in the segregated South.” \u003cstrong\u003e—\u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Mira Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49404965126487,"sku":"9780778333227","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-two-lives-of-sara-9780778333227","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}