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Southern Crossing: Ithaca's Legacy
Paperback
Publisher: Peach Picked Publishing
Published: Mar 17 2025
Pages: 172
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.37 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Experience the life of Miss Allie Mae Wilson, the indomitable matriarch of Ithaca, where time seems to have paused amidst the rolling fields of Henton, Mississippi. Born into a legacy of Southern aristocracy, Allie's days are woven with the threads of tradition, love, and loss, set against the backdrop of a changing world.
From her childhood, rich with the innocence of pastoral life, to the harsh realities of war that claimed her loved ones, Allie's journey is one of resilience and grace. As the last Wilson to steward Ithaca, she navigates the complexities of modern times with the poise of a bygone era, her life a delicate balance between maintaining the past and facing an uncertain future.
But when the shadow of financial ruin looms over her ancestral home, Allie's resolve is tested. A ruthless developer, James Harris, plots to seize the land and threatens to bulldoze her history into oblivion, unaware of the secrets buried beneath. Yet, it's not just ta Southern legend that defines her story; it's Allie's unyielding spirit, her bond with the faithful Craven, and her connection to her nephew Henton police officer Jesse Wilson, that breathes life into Ithaca's walls.
Southern Crossing: Ithaca's Legacy is a poignant tale of one woman's dedication to her family's heritage, her fight to preserve a way of life, and the quiet moments of joy and sorrow that shape her existence. As secrets from the past rise to the surface, Allie must decide what to hold onto and what to let go. Join her in this heartfelt journey that celebrates the enduring power of home, legacy, and the human spirit.
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