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Bernice L. McFadden
Sugar
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Part of "Sugar Lacey" series
In "Sugar" by Bernice L. McFadden, the lives of three women become intertwined in a tale of love, loss, and redemption set against the backdrop of 1920s New York City. The novel centers around Sugar, a beautiful and enigmatic woman who arrives in the city with a mysterious past and a desire to start anew. She finds work as a prostitute in a brothel, where she meets Pearl, a young girl who has been forced into the trade by her own mother. Despite their vastly different backgrounds, the two women form a deep bond, and Sugar becomes a mother figure to Pearl. The third woman in the story is Jude, a young woman who has come to the city in search of her missing sister. She crosses paths with Sugar and Pearl, and the three women become fast friends. As the novel unfolds, the women must confront the harsh realities of life in the city, including racism, poverty, and violence. Sugar, in particular, struggles with her past and the choices she has made. But as she begins to find her place in the world, she discovers that it is never too late to change and to find love and acceptance. McFadden's writing is lyrical and evocative, bringing 1920s New York City to life in vivid detail. She skillfully weaves together the stories of the three women, creating a rich and complex narrative that explores themes of identity, family, and survival. "Sugar" is a powerful and moving novel that will resonate with readers long after they have turned the final page. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of friendship to heal and sustain us, even in the most difficult of circumstances...
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