{"product_id":"the-education-of-dixie-dupree-isbn-9781496705518","title":"The Education of Dixie Dupree","description":"\u003cb\u003eIndieNext Pick  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eA remarkable debut from the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Saints of Swallow Hill\u003c\/i\u003e, composed in a voice as sure and resonant as that of \u003ci\u003eThe Secret Life of Bees\u003c\/i\u003e. This story about mothers and daughters, the guilt and pain that pass between generations, and the truths that are impossible to hide, especially from ourselves, will take readers on a heartfelt and heartbreaking journey.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\"Young Dixie Dupree is an indomitable spirit in this coming-of-age novel that is a heartbreaking and honest witness to the resilience of human nature and the fighting spirit and courage residing in all of us.\" \u003cb\u003e—\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Huffington Post\u003c\/i\u003e, Kim Michele Richardson, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Book Woman of Troublesome Creek\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\"An important novel, beautifully written, this is a story to cherish.\" —Susan Wiggs, # 1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e In 1969, Dixie Dupree is eleven years old and already an expert liar. Sometimes the lies are for her mama, Evie’s sake—to explain away a bruise brought on by her quick-as-lightning temper. And sometimes the lies are to spite Evie, who longs to leave her unhappy marriage in Perry County, Alabama, and return to her beloved New Hampshire. But for Dixie and her brother, Alabama is home, a place of pine-scented breezes and hot, languid afternoons.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Though Dixie is learning that the family she once believed was happy has deep fractures, even her vivid imagination couldn’t concoct the events about to unfold. Dixie records everything in her diary—her parents’ fights, her father’s drinking and his unexplained departure, and the arrival of Uncle Ray. Only when Dixie desperately needs help and is met with disbelief does she realize how much damage her past lies have done. But she has courage and a spirit that may yet prevail, forcing secrets into the open and allowing her to forgive and become whole again.\u003cb\u003eADVANCE PRAISE FOR\u003ci\u003e THE EDUCATION OF DIXIE DUPREE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Please   open your heart to Dixie Dupree. With unflinching honesty and a voice   that rings with authenticity, she survives the unthinkable. Her story   celebrates the resiliency of the human spirit and the triumph of the   imagination. An important novel, beautifully written, this is a story to   cherish.”--Susan Wiggs, # 1 \u003ci\u003eNew York\u003c\/i\u003e Times bestselling author\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A   searingly honest coming of age story with a heroine unlike any other   I've met in a long time. I read this book through from start to finish   in one sitting, simply unable and unwilling to put it down. Here's to   another beautiful novel from Donna Everhart.\"--Holly Chamberlin, author   of \u003ci\u003eSeashell Season\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Secrets, lies, peach cobbler, grits, a   hot Alabama sun, and a girl named Dixie Dupree who shows courage in  the  face of betrayal, strength when all falls down around her, and  shining  hope in the darkness.   This is a story you’ll read well into  the  night.”--Cathy Lamb, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Language of Sisters\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A   poignant coming of age novel as gritty as red Alabama dirt. Dixie  Dupree  will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last  page.”--Colleen  Faulkner, author of \u003ci\u003eJulia’s Daughters\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“In  a powerful  coming-of-age story that pitches southern charm against  dark family  secrets, the voice of 11-year-old Dixie Dupree captivates  from the first  page to the last.”--Barbara Claypole White, bestselling  author of \u003ci\u003eThe Perfect Son\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Young Dixie Dupree is an  indomitable spirit in this coming-of-age novel that is a heartbreaking  and honest witness to the resilience of human nature and the fighting  spirit and courage residing in all of us, and for those who have lived  in the underbelly of betrayal and child abuse. A triumphant debut novel  which can transform a brokenness, bring forth a wholeness, \u003ci\u003eThe Education Of Dixie Dupree\u003c\/i\u003e would make a wonderful resource and academic book as well.” – \u003ci\u003eThe Huffington Post \u003c\/i\u003e(Kim Michele Richardson, author of \u003ci\u003eGodPretty in the Tobacco Field)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eDonna Everhart\u003c\/b\u003e grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina, and has lived close to her hometown for most of her life. For several years she worked for high tech companies, specializing in project management and product introduction. She carries a Bachelor of Science in Business Management.  She lives in Dunn, North Carolina, with her husband, and a tiny, heart stealing Yorkshire terrier, named Mister. Readers can visit her website at www.donnaeverhart.com.","brand":"Kensington","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303273517285,"sku":"NP9781496705518","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781496705518.jpg?v=1767739135","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-education-of-dixie-dupree-isbn-9781496705518","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}