The Road to Bittersweet

De: Donna Everhart

Narrado por: Amy Melissa Bentley

Duración: 10 h y 46 m

Resumen del Editor

For 14-year-old Wallis Ann Stamper and her family, life in the Appalachian Mountains is simple and satisfying, though not for the tenderhearted. While her older sister, Laci - a mute, musically gifted savant - is constantly watched over and protected, Wallis Ann is as practical and sturdy as her name. When the Tuckasegee River bursts its banks, forcing them to flee in the middle of the night, those qualities save her life. But though her family is eventually reunited, the tragedy opens Wallis Ann's eyes to a world beyond the creek that's borne their name for generations.

Carrying what's left of their possessions, the Stampers begin another perilous journey from their ruined home to the hill country of South Carolina. Wallis Ann's blossoming friendship with Clayton, a high diving performer for a traveling show, sparks a new opportunity, and the family joins as a singing group. But Clayton's attention to Laci drives a wedge between the two sisters.

As jealousy and betrayal threaten to accomplish what hardship never could - divide the family for good - Wallis Ann makes a decision that will transform them all in unforeseeable ways....

©2018 Donna Everhart (P)2017 Tantor

a great story with lots of twists and turns,.

this was a very nice story with lots of twists and turns and the narrator was great! I really enjoyed this book

Another good story

Good story, great character development, narration was okay, but not necessarily authentic to the area.

Not for Me

Great narration, just did not get into this story. A bit too depressing and bland for my taste.

Great storytelling

Enjoyed this listen and the captivating story. Donna does a wonderful job depicting life in the hills. Sweet, often sad, story of struggles and triumph.

old fashioned storytelling at its best

I am a sucker for stories from the "holler," and spunky heroines. I love to read about people who know how to fend for themselves and, against all odds, survive.

Perseverance

When I read books like these in the comfort of my home, under a blanket, without the pangs of hunger, I often find myself drifting off thinking about all the suffering in the world, the famine, the senseless murders, natural disasters, and other things people are faced with. I count myself extremely fortunate and know it was only by luck I was born here instead of somewhere else.

What this family and the whole town of Tuskegee suffered was devastating. Unimaginable is truly a fitting word. Yet, life found a way. In this story, you can't help but fall in with the daily struggles of the main family and help root for some sort of positive outcome.

I found this story very heartfelt. 💕

Recommended 👍
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Excellent view of Appalachia!

This book weaves a story of one Appalachian family and their struggles to survive. It’s also a “coming of age” story told by the family’s youngest member, Walis Ann.” Told well and performance superb. Highly recommend!

Siblings, love and rivalry, family trauma, healing

There are so many themes running through this story. The main character is made so real that you want to dive in and fight for her, advise her, befriend her.

Beautiful story!

This compelling story only enhanced by the beautiful narration drawing you in to Be in the story.

Another Great Story by Donna Everhart

I loved this book another great story from Donna Everhart! I can’t wait to read more!