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Inspired by stories about the real-world Great Dismal Swamp, this dual POV Young Adult fantasy by Randi Pink explores alternate history, a family's supernatural connections to the swamp, and the strength that comes in knowing your roots. . "Four thousand six hundred forty-two steps in," Grannylou interrupted. "You remember that now, Baby. Four-thousand six hundred forty-two steps to paradise.". On a damp night in 1722, Babylou Mac and her three siblings witness the murder of their mother at the hands of the local preacher's son -- so Babylou kills him in retaliation. With plantation dogs now on their heels, the four siblings breach the treacherous confines of the Great Dismal Swamp. Deeper and deeper into Dismal they delve, amid the biting moccasins and pitch-black waters, toward a refuge where they can live freely within the swamp's natural -- and supernatural -- protection.
About the Author
A native and resident of Birmingham, AL, Randi Pink leverages her unique experience with her southern roots when she writes. Randi is a mother, a wife, a writer, an advocate, a fighter, a friend, and so much more. Through a platform of encouragement, advice, and love, Randi loves connecting with the community around her and her loyal community of readers.Randi Pink is a proud student of University of Alabama at Birmingham's creative writing program. In 2013, Randi gained her inspiration for her first novel when working on an assignment for a Children's Literature course. Although it was originally titled "TOYA", Randi's first novel "Into White" was published in 2016 and can be found on the shelves of Barnes and Noble and Amazon. After publishing her first novel, Randi got right to work on her second novel, "Girls Like Us". Inspired by the passing of shocking policies for abortion and other threats to women's rights in her home state as well as her nation, Randi decided it was time to humanize the faces behind abortion. "Girls Like Us" will hit the shelves in October 2019.Randi continues to write every day, and can be found promoting her next book, in her garden, and soaking up family time with her favorite people.
