Beulah Land

By Nancy Stewart and LambCat

Book Overview

In the Missouri Ozarks, one girl's fight for self-discovery clashes with prejudice and family secrets.

Seventeen-year-old Violette Sinclair dreams of becoming a veterinarian, but growing up as a lesbian in a small, rural town presents challenges. When a vicious tormentor threatens her and her family, Vi must unravel long-hidden secrets to protect those she loves. With the help of her loyal friend Junie, she confronts prejudice, violence, and the complexities of her own identity.

As Vi navigates family betrayals and community intolerance, she discovers a strength she never knew she possessed. Will she find a way to break free from the constraints of her surroundings and create a future where she can truly be herself? A gripping coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of the Ozark Mountains, Beulah Land explores themes of love, acceptance, and the courage to defy expectations. For young adults interested in LGBTQ+ stories, rural settings, and tales of resilience.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1945053453
• ISBN13: 9781945053450
• Release Date: November 2017
• Publisher: Interlude Press - Duet Books
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.3" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 15 to 18 years
• Grade Range: Grade 10 to Postsecondary