Feral North Carolina 1965

A Powerful and Poignant Coming-of-Age Tale A nosy young girl is on a quest to learn her familys hidden truths no matter who it upsets. Ten-year-old Willie Ma doesnt just live near the town of Feral; shes a bit feral herself. Spending her days eavesdrop- ping exploring on her bike and avoiding her brutish big brother shes determined to uncover the secrets adults are clearly trying to keep from her. Raised in a Holy Roller family Willie discovers bleak realities and heart-wrenching lessons that shake her to the core of her soul. A finalist for the 2018 Southern Fried Karma Novel Contest this splendid collage will reconnect readers with stirring memories of their own adolescence.