Camilla's Roses

Bernice L McFadden

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Camilla's Roses

Camilla's Roses

Bernice L McFadden

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The poignant tale of a woman who discovers the fragility of life and the strength of a familyas love, from an author praised by Toni Morrison for asearing, expertly imagined scenesa

Known for bringing to life a host of endearing characters who reveal tender truths about humanity, Bernice L. McFadden now turns her storytelling talents to an unforgettable and deeply troubled woman named Camilla.

Unfolding in a progression of stirring and powerful chapters, "Camillaas Roses" presents a life haunted by the past. Camillaas childhood was immersed in chaos and love, and steeped in the myth of perfection. As an adult, she never looked back, refusing to acknowledge the people and places that had scarred her so many years ago. But a legacy of cancer proves inescapable, forcing Camilla to embrace the pastano matter how painful it may beaand to salvage what is left of her love in order to save her daughter. As Camilla discovers the bittersweet limitations of motherhood and reconciliation, she also awakens an inspiring message about the mortality issues we all must face.

The author of four bestselling novels, Bernice L. McFadden receives consistent accolades from reviewers coast to coast, and has captured the hearts of thousands of readers. With "Camillaas Roses," she is poised to win over her widest audience yet.

About the Author

Bernice L. McFadden is the award-winning author of Firstborn Girls and nine critically acclaimed novels including Sugar; Loving Donovan; Nowhere Is a Place; The Warmest December; Gathering of Waters (a New York Times Editors' Choice and one of the 100 Notable Books of 2012); and Glorious, which was featured in O, The Oprah Magazine and was a finalist for the NAACP Image Award. She is a four-time Hurston/Wright Legacy Award finalist, as well as the recipient of three awards from the BCALA. McFadden lives in Brooklyn, New York.

Publishing Information

Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Pub date: 2025-06-10
Length: 256 pages

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