Baby Sister and Rose

The story of Baby Sister and Rose takes place in segregated Montgomery, Alabama, during the 1950s. Baby Sister, the narrator, observes and reacts to incidents in her home, the neighborhood, and the larger community. The incidents related here are seen through the eyes of a ten year old African American girl. The story, however, will be of interest to mature adults, no matter what race, who may or may not have lived through this period. The book contains material that will appeal to a variety of readers because of its ethnic, historical, regional, and humorous insights.
Baby Sister and Rose is an enticing story of survival - survival of a ten year old girl, her family, and her entire community. The experiences emphasize the relationships among nuclear and extended family members. Although all is not always well, warm support is always available. The support extends to the neighborhood and beyond. Baby Sister and Rose was more than a story worth writing, it is a story worth reading.