Settling for Crumbs

By Peg Crompton

Set between 1960 and 2000, Settling for Crumbs is a coming-of-age story where relationships, family dynamics, historical happenings, and life events are woven together like a tapestry to reveal the life of Emily Scott. Beryl, Emily's mother, grew up in an era when generational trauma was inherent. As she navigates her life as a housewife and mother, she discovers her life isn't always what she thought it would be. Struggling to find her place in the quiet suburbs of New England, Emily finds comfort in isolation, reading and listening to music to escape the stresses in her home life. As she matures, however, she discovers that her coping skills are woefully inadequate and is forced to face the crippling anxiety that dictates her every move. There's more to life than surviving trauma, and Emily embarks on a journey of self-discovery and healing, kindling the quiet, enduring strength that has simmered within her for so long.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5WN713Q
• ISBN13: 9798280336049
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 249 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.6" x 6.0"