Before the Leaves Fall

Before The Leaves Fall Is A Novel Set In Eastern North Carolina During The Depression Years. Leaves Is About A Family Struggling Under Adverse Condition Through Hard Work Sacrifices And A Strong Desire For Dedication To Family. They Learn To Endure Hardships As They Struggle With The Fear Tactics Of The Ku Klux Klan In Their Community Willie Mae A Biracial Infant Is Thrusts Into The Arms Of A Mother Who Later Dies Leaving Her At An Early Age To Assume The Full Responsibility Of Raising Three Siblings. To Survive The Social Struggles Willie Mae Is Blessed Later With A Biracial Stepmother Who Teaches Her The Graces To Overcome Prejudices In A Mixed Society. Love Between Willie Mae And Jed-A White Neighbor Is A Reminder That Love Is Possible At Any Time Or Age And Under All Situations.. A Strong Dedication To Bring Two Families Together Resonates Throughout The Novel And Demonstrates There Is No Limit What Love Can Accomplish.