About the book Quick thoughts First published: August 18, 2020Genre: historical fiction, coming of ageTrigger warnings: rape, sexual assault, racially-motivated violence, racial slurs, suicidal ideation, self-harm, child abuse, incest, homophobia, murder, abortion, death, animal abuse/crueltyShort description: A young Betty Carpenter, born in 1954 to a Cherokee father and white mother, grows up amidst poverty and violence. Despite the harsh realities, Betty finds solace in nature and her father’s stories. As family secrets emerge, she turns to writing to cope with the pain. Inspired by her mother’s life, Tiffany McDaniel’s novel tells Betty’s poignant and magical story, establishing her as a significant voice in American fiction. Wow, where do I even begin?…