Cracked Foundation

Talisa is only eleven years old when she finds her mother lying on the kitchen floor fighting for her life. Within a matter of minutes, Talisa’s life changes. As her mother slowly fades into the unknown, the family tries to stay afloat through waves of turmoil. With a distant father, a rebelling older sister, and a younger brother to look after, Talisa’s life becomes complicated, and the odds continually stack. Growing up becomes a game of hopscotch, where each leap demands perseverance.


Hidden secrets. Life-threatening decisions. Stolen adolescence.


While desperately clinging to hope, life tosses Talisa into a whirlwind of storms, what will she do? Will she dig deep to find a resolution? Will she have what it takes to push through the face of adversity? The clock is ticking. 


About the Author


Ta’She’Ana Banks was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, raised in Rock Island, Illinois and currently resides in Chicago, Illinois. After graduating from high school, she committed to serving 6 years in the United States Air Force. She's traveled the world, experiencing diverse cultures from the fields of Korea to temporarily living in a tent in Turkey. She is a dual-major graduate with an Bachelor’s of Finance and Accounting; currently working as an Accountant. After attending the Writer’s Digest Conference she became encouraged to ignite her passion for writing. In her spare time, she loves to laugh, exercise, travel, relax by indulging in a good read with a bag of Funyuns and simply enjoying every aspect of life.