Out of the Ugly
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With her mother and father gone, Mary was forced, at the tender age of seven, to endure a childhood of abuse, prejudice and hatred. She remembered the words of her Native American father, "keep your spirit strong, no matter what they do to you. She had the precious memories of her white mother's embrace. But life seemed almost hopeless, until she was rescued by the "Uglies." They cared for her and saved her from what was certain doom. She still never felt loved or accepted, until she met Benjamin. Their friendship grew into forbidden love. The hatred against Mary continued, until she stood strong, determined to stop the prejudice and hate that she endured from the local townspeople. But Mary, keeping a strong spirit and a sense of hope, was kind, gentle and caring. She won their acceptance, found love in the arms of Benjamin, beat down the ugliness of prejudice. Mary's story inspires the spirit of strength and hope. Never to be beaten down, but to overcome.
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With her mother and father gone, Mary is forced, at the tender age of seven, to endure a childhood of abuse, prejudice, and hatred. Being daughter to a Native American father and white mother, she faces hardships after her parents pass and is subjected to attack as she works at a local store. She remembers the words of her Native American father: “Keep your spirit strong, no matter what they do to you.” Life seems almost hopeless for young Mary, until she is rescued by the “Uglies.” They care for her and save her from what was certain doom. She still does not feel loved or accepted until she meets Benjamin. Their friendship grows into forbidden love. The hatred against Mary continues, but she never lets the abuse break her. She stands strong, determined to stop the prejudice and hate that she endures from the locals. Mary—keeping a strong spirit and sense of hope—is kind, gentle, and caring. Due to her sweetness, she does win acceptance, finds love in the arms of Benjamin, and conquers the ugliness of bigotry. Mary embodies the spirit of strength and hope, never to be beaten down but to overcome.
About the Author
Emily Rose Pearl has had a contributing article published in a medical journal and wrote for a Veteran’s Administration newsletter for several years. She hopes this story, inspired by the life of her great-grandmother, will bring inspiration and strength to many, so they too may be able to say, “I am an overcomer!" She lives in the southern United States and enjoys spending time with family and friends. This is her debut novel.