R O U X .

— by Tamika Christy

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Next Generation Indie Awards

what people are saying

I love the setting,the plot and plot twists.i also love the writing style was amazing and the characters in the book were amazing. I would reread this again.

— Nichole

I fell in love with this story, and would love to see if we all find out if Anaya finds true love. I shed a lot of tears reading this book. You can really relate to the characters in this story. I hope Ms. Christy will let us know more about Roscoe. Thank you writing about people that we could actually relate to. A must read.

— Genevieve

The book captures Anaya’s true feelings and made me feel for her! Its emotional and lovely at the same time. Things happen for a reason and you cross paths with ur ex for a reason. This has been beautifully portrayed by the author. Definitely gonna read the first book in Anaya’s world and other books from the author. Don’t miss this great read.

— Monika

I just opened my phone to read this and sadly discovered I had finished it. It has left me wanting more which I think is a great sign of a good book. It did take me a while to get into it but I think that’s because the characters have depth and there’s a lot to learn about them. If you want a book you can read a bit of at a time and really enjoy, one which isn’t going to make you stay awake all night to finish but is something you look forward to coming back to, this is a great book for you.

— Anna

I enjoyed the story of friendship and love. Each character trying to work out their lives, all with issues. I like how it reminded me that you need to look behind people’s words and actions more as to why people behave in certain ways. As well as that we all need to be kind to each other but also ourselves. Easy to get involved in each of their lives as the author created clear scenarios of their lives. It’s a story that could be a tv show, so you could continue to see how their lives mapped out.

— Christine

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// discussion questions

  1. Manon was accused of kidnapping Leonard when he was a boy. Given this belief, why did the community and her social circles still accept her? Why was finding Leonard years later imperative to Manon's healing?

  2. Odester's sisters warn her about Bumpie, but Odester doesn't listen. What was your initial impression of Bumpie? Was their relationship doomed from the start? Did he abandon Odester when he became sober?

  3. Phillis's decision to estrange herself from her family creates conflict in her relationship with Emersyn. Discuss the consequences of Phillis' decisions and the long-term effect those decisions had on Emersyn.

  4. Tate claimed he didn't know Manon and Phillis were related. Do you believe him?

  5. Addie urged Manon to keep the secret about what happened at summer camp.
    She said she wanted to protect Manon. Do you agree with Addie's decision to keep Manon quiet? How did that decision to keep quiet impact Addie?

  6. Odester's fate differs from her sisters, and she claims Earline treated her differently. Is Odester's ultimate fate a result of Earline's lack of nurturing or from Odester's own self-destructive behavior?

  7. How did Earline and Rutherford contribute to Addie and Odester's tense relationship?

  8. Philis was so humiliated by her pregnancy that she fled the state and her family. How do you think Clotee's values and parenting affected Phillis' decision?

  9. Clotee worked hard to save enough money for Phillis's college education, which is quite an accomplishment. She had strong faith and was family-oriented. How would Clotee's life have differed if Willie Earl weren't an alcoholic? How would life have differed for Phillis?

  10. The story takes place from the 1960s civil rights movement until today. How did the author's use of setting contribute to the overall mood and tone?

  11. Phillis, Manon, and Arelia all have different relationships with their mom. Discuss the similarities and differences in each relationship and how those similarities and differences affected each woman.

  12. Manon seeks regular therapy. How do you feel about therapy and why?

  13. Why didn't Phillis tell Emersyn about her father?