The Promise: Dreams Not Delayed But Denied

During 1900 in a repressive, church-going town, the dutiful preacher's daughter, Julia Todd, engages in a dangerous game of wills with Treeva Roarke, a charismatic ladies' man she is determined to tame. To escape her father's abusive rule and claim a life of her own, Julia strategically wields both virtue and desire. Their combative courtship escalates into a passionate, secret affair, forcing a choice between caution and a perilous bid for freedom. The target demographic for this story is primarily adult women, aged 30-65, who are established readers of Historical Romance and African American Fiction. This reader likely has a moderate-to-high level of education and appreciates character-driven narratives with emotional depth and complex social commentary. They are drawn to stories featuring strong, resilient heroines who challenge patriarchal constraints. This demographic would resonate with the themes of female agency, forbidden love, and the pursuit of freedom against a richly detailed historical backdrop
ASIN: B0H6X8CJRL
VSKU: BVV.B0H6X8CJRL.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Adams, Mahailia|Andre, Ayande|Cleveland, Dede|Holliday, Teresa
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.