It's All upward From Here

By P. Cruise and R. Winters

H ow much heartache does it take to break free, finally? Montae Armstrong, also known as Tae, had a challenging upbringing, leading to difficulties as an adult. He struggles with unpaid bills and a deteriorating family home while irked by memories of his deceased siblings and cousins. The flashbacks explore how he and his family coped with unimaginable tragedies alongside their intertwined relatives, the Thomases. In his presence, Tae's coping mechanism involves turning to alcohol, drugs, and self-destructive behaviors. However, he reaches his pivotal moment when everything around him comes tumbling down, and his girlfriend, Natasha, leaves him at his lowest point. After experiencing another nightmare, Tae is desperate to break the cycle and takes drastic measures to destroy the house. Then, he leaves with his loyal therapy dog, Rocky. But his plans take an unexpected turn when he tries to visit his mother, Anna, who is waiting in the nursing home lobby with family secrets to share. First, Tae must endure the consequences of his actions. In the past, unforeseen tragedies interrupted Esther Thomas and her family's life. She summoned all her strength, composure, and perseverance to ensure their well-being. Together, they broke free. Despite the hardships, the family found happiness, laughter, love, and even a miracle. But forgiveness was a struggle.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DC663GHC
• ISBN13: 9798334341227
• Release Date: August 2024
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 331 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.8" x 6.0"