Cycles of the Ghetto by Andrea Woods is not a book for the faint of heart.
It is however, a non-fiction literary work written with total honesty, perhaps shocking readers with some of the language used by the characters.
I personally applaud the author for her forthright approach in allowing readers to see the reality of her life as well as the lives of those close to her.
It is an inspiring and unforgettable story that I am sure the author hopes will have a positive impact on the readers.
Admittedly, I was apprehensive when I first started the book, but I quickly got caught up in this true story and realized that the words of Woods had to reflect the realism of the truth that she lived.
As Andrea begins a new journey, determined to break the cycles of the ghetto, readers will rejoice over her healing.
Some will undoubtedly find new hope within themselves for breaking the cycles of abuse in their own lives.
On the back cover of her book, individuals will read that Andrea has realistically (vividly and brutally) captured a slice of life in the African-American community.
She has done an excellent job in describing family members and other characters by using fitting dialog, unique personality traits, and impressive descriptions.
Readers see the bond of love that Andrea has with her siblings; however, she doesn't hesitate to "tell it like it is" when describing her irresponsible parents and their addictions.
Regardless, among the dedications, is a letter to her mother in which she prays that "Mom" will get herself straight.
She also says "So Mom, thanks for making me a strong woman.
" Having read the entire book, I found this to be very significant in Andrea's healing as her mother had not been a likeable woman or a good role model.
I wanted to cry at her cruel behavior toward her children.
The author wrote this book to help her get her sunshine back-sunshine that a man had taken from her.
In my opinion, others had also stolen some of that sunshine, but Andrea thanks God for the strength that helped start her on a new journey away from the past into a purposeful future.
It is touching when she acknowledges to Victoria, her own baby girl, that "...
Mommy is still learning.
I promise things will get better.
" I recommend this book to individuals who are living in their own ghettos and are looking forward to improving their lives.
It is however, a non-fiction literary work written with total honesty, perhaps shocking readers with some of the language used by the characters.
I personally applaud the author for her forthright approach in allowing readers to see the reality of her life as well as the lives of those close to her.
It is an inspiring and unforgettable story that I am sure the author hopes will have a positive impact on the readers.
Admittedly, I was apprehensive when I first started the book, but I quickly got caught up in this true story and realized that the words of Woods had to reflect the realism of the truth that she lived.
As Andrea begins a new journey, determined to break the cycles of the ghetto, readers will rejoice over her healing.
Some will undoubtedly find new hope within themselves for breaking the cycles of abuse in their own lives.
On the back cover of her book, individuals will read that Andrea has realistically (vividly and brutally) captured a slice of life in the African-American community.
She has done an excellent job in describing family members and other characters by using fitting dialog, unique personality traits, and impressive descriptions.
Readers see the bond of love that Andrea has with her siblings; however, she doesn't hesitate to "tell it like it is" when describing her irresponsible parents and their addictions.
Regardless, among the dedications, is a letter to her mother in which she prays that "Mom" will get herself straight.
She also says "So Mom, thanks for making me a strong woman.
" Having read the entire book, I found this to be very significant in Andrea's healing as her mother had not been a likeable woman or a good role model.
I wanted to cry at her cruel behavior toward her children.
The author wrote this book to help her get her sunshine back-sunshine that a man had taken from her.
In my opinion, others had also stolen some of that sunshine, but Andrea thanks God for the strength that helped start her on a new journey away from the past into a purposeful future.
It is touching when she acknowledges to Victoria, her own baby girl, that "...
Mommy is still learning.
I promise things will get better.
" I recommend this book to individuals who are living in their own ghettos and are looking forward to improving their lives.
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