A review by passionyoungwrites
Tempest Rising by Diane McKinney-Whetstone

adventurous emotional funny mysterious reflective tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Aside from the sadness and loss described in this story, we encounter systemic abuse in multiple forms, generational trauma, mental health issues / situations, financial and emotional strain. 

The most important thing that I gained from this story was that family is important. Systems in place, here - foster care, often try to convince you otherwise however, family and other caring, emotionally individuals are always best. 

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Now Ramona is one of the caregivers for the girls and caring for them brings up her past that forces her to realize the truths that she has buried between herself and her mother, Mae. Especially when Victoria, Stern, and Bliss leave the house in the middle of the night. 

Anywho, this story is full of laughter, smart mouthed little girls, cheating men, and a mama who sleeps with the white man for control.