"Mother of Pearl," by Melinda Haynes.

The Melinda Haynes Mother of Pearl
by Melinda Haynes
Announced June 15, 1999

The novel is set in a small Mississippi town in the late 1950's. Populated by original characters, and weaving themes of identity and the true meaning of family, the story revolves around 28-year-old Even Grade, a black man who grew up an orphan and Valuable Korner, a 15-year-old white girl who is the daughter of the town whore and an unknown father. Each is seeking family, love and commitment.

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