
The Dry Grass of August
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Narrated by:
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Karen White
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By:
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Anna Jean Mayhew
In this beautifully written debut, Anna Jean Mayhew offers a riveting depiction of Southern life in the throes of segregation and what it will mean for a young girl on her way to adulthood - and for the woman who means the world to her.
On a scorching day in August 1954, 13-year-old Jubie Watts leaves Charlotte, North Carolina, with her family for a Florida vacation. Crammed into the Packard along with Jubie are her three siblings, her mother, and the family’s black maid, Mary Luther. For as long as Jubie can remember, Mary has been there - cooking, cleaning, compensating for her father’s rages and her mother’s benign neglect, and loving Jubie unconditionally.
Bright and curious, Jubie takes note of the anti-integration signs they pass and of the racial tension that builds as they journey further south. But she could never have predicted the shocking turn their trip will take. Now, in the wake of tragedy, Jubie must confront her parents’ failings and limitations, decide where her own convictions lie, and make the tumultuous leap to independence.
Infused with the intensity of a changing time, here is a story of hope, heartbreak, and the love and courage that can transform us from child to adult, wounded to indomitable.
©2011 Anna Jean Mayhew (P)2011 Blackstone Audio, Inc.Listeners also enjoyed...




















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great story
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Cultural reminders
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good Story
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Not a bad read, but read better!
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A sad but moving story
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I would definitely recommend!
A good Binge read!
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Not much of a plot
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Good story
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No Real Ending
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I remember a sweet lady who helped my mama after she had surgery. Her name was Flossie. I NEVER saw my mama or daddy treat Flossie any other way than with respect and kindness. Mama picked up Flossie because mama didn’t want Flossie walking to our house. Mama said it was to far and wasn’t kind to expect Flossie to walk that far. Mama and Flossie laughed and talked together. I loved Flossie too!
I just can’t fathom being disrespectful much less hurting someone!
All these memories came back to me while listening to the book. I enjoyed it very much!! The writer appeals to all five of your senses. She really brings the story to life. I’m glad she wrote it to remind us what is was like back then. It breaks my heart to think those things happened. I just can’t fathom it.
It still is unfathomable to me.
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