We Ain't the Brontes by Rosalyn McMillan

But while Lynzee is the wealthy, successful New York Times bestselling author of science fiction books, Charity is just squeaking by. In the end, the author gives a resounding answer to the story question: 'Yes, I am my sister's keeper,' because there is forgiveness and redemption.Charity Evans and Lynzee Lavender haven't always had the best relationship-for the most part thanks to them being writers. Also, the sensual love scenes will speak volumes for married Black love. This novel will give the reader insights into the publishing industry, how some middle-classed Black Americans have fared through this recession, and how baby boomers in their fifties define themselves and the American Dream. With a fall out that is unpredictable, this story takes you on a roller coaster ride to the last page. In fact, at different points in the story, you wonder if there can ever be reconciliation between the two literary sisters, Charity and Lynzee. The cauldron heats up further as things go from bad to worse. First, Charity is struggling to get a book deal, then, she's struggling to hold on to her marriage, and next, she's struggling to keep a secret from her beloved husband. 'We Ain't the Brontes' is a fresh look at the subterranean world of sisters, sibling rivaly, and the blood bond.įrom the opening, as soon as one crisis hits protagonist, Charity, another one bum rushes her life. 'Am I my brother's (rather sister's) keeper?' (Genesis 4:9) is the question posed in this hilarious, fast-moving novel. She knows she has to do something, but will the path she ultimately decides to take end up destroying them all?

The rivalry goes into overdrive when Lynzee reveals that the father of the child she gave up years ago is.Charity's husband! Charity's life goes into a tailspin as she struggles to decide if she should tell her husband about the child he never knew he had, or if that would be just the excuse he needs to abandon her for good. Why is success passing her by? And why is her publisher all of a sudden reluctant to renew her contract? Now Charity suspects the worst: That her own sister has had her blacklisted! With her savings dwindling, Charity struggles to pay her bills, and the pressure is putting an incredible strain on her marriage. Charity Evans and Lynzee Lavender haven't always had the best relationship-for the most part thanks to them being writers.

We Ain't the Brontes by Rosalyn McMillan