Patsy

Name: Patsy
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SKU: 9781786077103
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Winner of the LAMBDA Literary Award 2020

By Nicole Dennis-Benn

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Patsy by Nicole Dennis-Benn follows the journey of Patsy, a Jamaican woman seeking a new life in America. Compelled by a long-held secret of yearning and her desire to reconnect with a childhood friend, Patsy leaves behind her young daughter. Her quest for freedom and self-discovery unfolds against the backdrop of immigrant challenges, societal expectations, and personal sacrifice.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate intricate narratives exploring themes of identity, motherhood, and immigration. The story delves into the complexities of starting anew while highlighting personal sacrifices and the search for self-fulfilment. With vivid storytelling and deep character development, it could resonate with those who enjoy examining human connections and societal expectations.

Patsy

From award-winning novelist Nicole Dennis-Benn comes this beautifully layered portrait of motherhood, immigration and sacrifice

From award-winning novelist Nicole Dennis-Benn comes this beautifully layered portrait of motherhood, immigration and sacrifice

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From award-winning novelist Nicole Dennis-Benn comes this beautifully layered portrait of motherhood, immigration, and sacrifice.

For Patsy, a visa to America is her ticket to freedom, a passport to the land of opportunity. She yearns to be reunited with Cicely, her oldest friend and secret lover, but her plans do not include her religious mother or even her young daughter, Tru. As Patsy struggles to survive as an undocumented migrant, Tru grapples with her own questions of identity and sexuality. Can she ever understand, or even forgive, her mother's decision to leave?

Dancing between the jittery streets of New York and the languid rhythms of Jamaica, Patsy is the story of what it means to be a mother, a daughter, a woman, and ultimately, a survivor. A passionate, moving, and fiercely urgent novel tracing threads of love that stretch across years and oceans.

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Patsy, by Nicole Dennis-Benn, has been praised for its stunning portrayal of motherhood, immigration, and identity. Reviewers highlight the novel's nuanced and honest depiction of freedom and the sacrifices made by its complex characters. It is described as engrossing and thought-provoking, offering a deeply empathetic look at black queer women striving for self-determination. The book effectively explores its themes with compassion and a vivid, engaging narrative that resonates with readers.

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ISBN: 9781786077103

Publisher: Oneworld Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 March 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Oneworld Publications

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

Nicole Dennis-Benn is the author of Here Comes the Sun, a New York Times Notable Book and winner of the Lambda Literary Award. Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, she teaches creative writing at Princeton University and lives with her wife in Brooklyn. Her website is www.nicoledennisbenn.com.

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