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I highly recommend reading "Beneath Every Troublin' Stone" It is such a delight to read. You meet Bernice, a very strong intelligent black woman born in a very difficult time in our history. You are transported back to walk alongside her as she overcomes so many obstacles. Although some of her decisions are not in accordance with the law, you totally understand why she makes the decisions she makes and I found myself thinking that if I had the courage, I may have done the same thing. Bernice has a good heart and the will to make the best out of any situation. Mrs. Harris makes the characters in her story come to life. She paints such wonderful pictures with her words that you feel as if you are a part of the story. You can't wait to find out what happens next but find yourself pausing and looking within yourself to wonder how you would cope or what would you do if you found yourself in her place. Mrs. Harris inserts an historical fact here and there that makes this story all the more believable. I encourage you to read this excellent story, but be sure to ask a friend to read it along with you because you will want someone to discuss it with. You will find yourself wanting to sit down with Mrs. Harris to hear more of her stories that she is just waiting to share with us.
The "excerpt" of the book (Beneath Every Troublin' Stone) is really exciting. I'm wondering what Madam will do with her life now. I loved the word "troublestones" which each of us has encountered in life. So, I've ordered the digital copy. Donna Stephens
I was very intrigued from the prologue of Beneath Every Troublin' Stone, and was anxious to find out what lead Bernice down the path that has ended in a jail cell. The descriptions are very good. They are vivid and very visual. I always enjoy reading books that I can picture as movies and this is one of them. Bernice has something about her that draws people to her doesn’t she? I can see God’s plan working for her as well. I enjoyed the descriptions of the fair. It reminds me of the Indiana State Fair. I also enjoyed learning about the era. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I’m not saying that because I can, I’m saying it because I did. This novel would appeal to women from all education and cultural backgrounds.
Reading Beneath Every Troublin' Stone, I felt like I was right there with Bernice along with all her trials and tribulations. The writing was very descriptive and colorful. I liked when the Volstead Act was mentioned because I wasn’t too familiar with that. I wonder if Bernice would have gotten the same sentence if she were white. I loved the chapter about the 1904 World’s Fair. I could see the colors and even smell and taste everything. Everything was so descriptive! The ending was good. It was very moving. I’ve never quite read a book like this. It was thoroughly enjoyable, very uplifting, and a must read. Anyone who is interested in history would like this novel.
With Beneath Every Troublin' Stone, the story’s description piqued my interest in Madam Tulley. The word pictures made me want to know more about the “bag of burdens” and the “rock of racism”. I was anxious to find out about “pebbles” and “troublestones”. Word pictures made the history of our time come to life in a personal way. The story is unique because it is woven into the history of a special era. I liked the history of the St. Louis World’s Fair. The contrast of American culture and the Afro-American culture shouts out how slavery still impacts American citizens. I enjoyed the story of Madam Tulley because she teaches us how to walk life’s journey with “troublestones” and “pebbles in our shoes”. In general readers looking for an entertaining read will also be surprised and appreciative of the wealth of American history they find in this wonderful novel.
The personal connection that Beneath Every Troublin' Stone makes in the beginning grabbed my interest to want to learn more about Madam Bernice Tulley’s life, her journey, the obstacles she endured, and the outcome of her story. A connection is also established with the other characters in the story and you get an overall sense of what they experienced throughout the era of the early 1900s. You feel all that Bernice has gone through and you highly anticipate what will happen next. The historical and background information is very well described. It truly captured the major issues of that era. It was very easy to read and the details place you in the actual settings. You feel present in the scenes so eloquently written. I really enjoyed this novel. Every chapter captured my interest and kept it. Once I started reading it, it was hard to put down. I don’t typically rate books this high, but this is truly an exceptional read. I have not read any other book similar to this one. I believe this novel will appeal to women from all walks of life, education and background, and all can appreciate the moral and the historical lessons shared throughout it.