Juneteenth Road

di Albert Scales III (Autore)

Printable Playhouse LLC, 2026

What does freedom mean after the celebration ends? When Atlanta history teacher Naomi Carter inherits a worn leather journal following her grandmother's death, she expects a family keepsake. Instead, she discovers the firsthand account of her great-great-grandfather, Elijah Carter—a formerly enslaved man who began writing on June 19, 1865, the day he learned he was free. As Naomi reads Elijah's powerful words, she becomes captivated by his journey across the American South in search of his lost wife and a deeper understanding of freedom. Determined to follow the path he once walked, Naomi leaves behind the life she has carefully constructed and embarks on a road trip that will challenge everything she believes about history, family, faith, and herself. Through forgotten churches, hidden cemeteries, quiet Southern backroads, and communities shaped by resilience, Naomi discovers that the past is never truly gone. Along the way, she encounters mysterious strangers, long-buried family stories, and spiritual truths that seem to transcend generations. Told through dual timelines, Juneteenth Road weaves together Elijah's extraordinary post-emancipation journey and Naomi's modern search for healing and purpose. Rich with Southern atmosphere, African American history, ancestral memory, and spiritual reflection, this unforgettable novel explores the enduring power of family, faith, and the roads that connect us across time. Perfect for readers who enjoy: • African American historical fiction • Multi-generational family sagas • Stories inspired by Juneteenth and Reconstruction • Southern literary fiction • Faith-centered fiction • Historical journeys of hope, resilience, and redemption • Novels exploring ancestry, identity, and healing Juneteenth Road is a moving story of freedom, remembrance, and the courage to follow the paths left behind by those who came before us. Sometimes the journey home begins with a story waiting to be remembered.

• Autore: Albert Scales III
• Anno edizione: 2026
• Editore: Printable Playhouse LLC
• Formato: EPUB2 con DRMFREE
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9798235517776