Roux

Tamika Christy

Summary

Roux is a novel that brims with family, secrets, and love.Award-winning author Tamika Christy writes about the devastation of loss, the difficulty of relationships, and the family ties that bond.Written in the vein of Steel Magnolias, the story takes us into the lives of African American families with their unique hardships, triumphs in relationships, culture, and values. It is relatable, comforting, and challenging.

Available since: 01/09/2024.

Contemporary Fiction

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