The Secret Lives of Church Ladies Sociology of Urban Areas *"Well-paced--just like the previous installment--this

*"Well-paced--just like the previous installment--this sequel focuses on themes such as the meaning of diaspora and the effects of trauma

to heal from racism

is a single mother who has just lost her job

But then the Feds come calling…and Sanjay’s mafia partners want to increase orders…and Jillian’s bringing in partners to rob the pharmacy

a little-known African-American fashion designer who battled personal and social adversity in order to pursue her passion of making beautiful gowns and went on to become one of society's top designers

The Secret Lives of Church Ladies Sociology of Urban Areas *"Well-paced--just like the previous installment--thisThe Secret Lives of Church Ladies explores the raw and tender places where Black women and girls dare to follow their desires and pursue a momentary reprieve from being good. The nine stories in this collection feature four generations of characters grappling with who they want to be in the world, caught as they are between the churchs double standards and their own needs and passions. There is fourteen year old Jael, who has a crush on the preachers